Ingredients
- 1 medium Mashed Potato winter squash
- 2 T unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cloves roasted garlic (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
- 2–3 T heavy cream or milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- A pinch of fresh chives or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prep the squash by cutting it carefully in half and scooping out all the seeds and pulp with a spoon.
- Roast the squash face down on the baking sheet with a small splash of water in the pan, baking for 35 to 45 minutes until the flesh is completely tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Scoop the flesh out of the skin and into a mixing bowl, discarding the shell.
- Mash and whip the warm squash using a hand mixer or potato masher, blending in the melted butter, roasted garlic, and heavy cream until fluffy and smooth.
Categories
Cooking Method
Yields 2 servings
Serving Size
3/4 C
Calories
257
Total Fat
18.5g
Total Carbohydrates
24.0g
Dietary Fiber
3.4g
Sugars
0.5g
Protein
3.0g