Best 10 Butternut Squash And Apple Puree Recipes

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Butternut squash and apple puree is a delicious and nutritious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Its creamy texture, sweet flavor, and vibrant orange color make it a popular choice for both special occasions and everyday meals. This puree is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals, as butternut squash is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and fiber, while apples are a good source of vitamins A, C, and potassium. Additionally, this puree is low in calories and fat, making it a healthy option for those looking to maintain a healthy weight. With its delicious flavor and nutritional benefits, butternut squash and apple puree is a great choice for any meal.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

EASY BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND APPLE PUREE



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This recipe uses kid-friendly cinnamon and raisins along with squash and apples for a sweet side everyone in the family can enjoy.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Seasonal Recipes     Fall Recipes     Butternut Squash Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick)
1 small onion
4 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup vegetable broth or water (more if necessary)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup golden and/or black raisins, soaked in boiling water for 5 minutes until plump, then drained

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large pot over medium heat. Add onion and saute until just tender, about 8 minutes. Add squash, cover, and cook until beginning to soften, about 6 minutes. Add apples and vegetable broth (or water), cover, and simmer until vegetables are soft, about 12 minutes.
  • Add cinnamon. Cool slightly. Working in batches, transfer to a food processor and puree until smooth. Add more liquid if too thick. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowl. Sprinkle with raisins.
  • Serve warm, or cover and refrigerate without raisins (can be made up to 2 days ahead). Reheat over medium heat and sprinkle with raisins.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND APPLE PUREE



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This butternut squash and apple puree side dish pairs well with our Bay-Leaf-Crusted Pork Roast.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Seasonal Recipes     Fall Recipes     Butternut Squash Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 large butternut squash (about 2 1/2 pounds), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 Gala or other sweet apples (about two pounds total), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

  • In a large skillet with a lid, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium; add onion, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add squash, apples, and 1 cup water. Cover, and simmer until squash is tender and most of the liquid has evaporated, 15 to 20 minutes. (If skillet becomes dry, add a little water; if liquid has not evaporated by the time squash is cooked, drain.)
  • Transfer squash mixture to a food processor. Add remaining butter; process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper; serve. (If serving later, gently reheat in a medium saucepan over low.)

CREAMY DREAMY ROASTED APPLE AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH PUREE



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This smooth, creamy winter dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or when you're looking for a sweet dessert with no added sugar. Apples and butternut are roasted until they caramelize, then pureed with a little salt, cinnamon, butter, and olive oil. Yield: About 6 cups of puree

Provided by Stephanie Stiavetti

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large sweet apples
One 2 pound butternut squash
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons melted butter (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
  • Core the apples, peel them, and then cut them into quarters. Then cut the halves in half, across their width - we're maximizing surfaces for caramelization here. Set apple pieces onto a small baking sheet lined with parchment.
  • Cut the squash in half and scoop out the seeds, then cut in half across the cut face of the squash, separating the seedless neck from the bulbous base. Set face-up onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment.
  • Slide both baking sheets into the oven, with the apples closest to the heating element. Cook for 30 minutes, or until the apples are nice and caramelized around the edges. Remove apples from oven, and set aside to cool.
  • Now place the squash closest to the heating element. Cook the squash for another 20-30 minutes, or until the surfaces have caramelized. Remove from oven and set aside to cool enough to handle.
  • Add apples to the bowl of a food processor. Once the squash is cool, scoop the cooked flesh from the peel and add to the food processor, making sure to include all of the dark, smoky caramelized bits. Sprinkle in salt and cinnamon, drizzle in olive oil, then pulse until completely smooth, occasionally scraping down the sides with a spatula. Add butter, if you like, and pulse until completely combined. Season with more salt and cinnamon to taste. Serve warm. This puree keeps brilliantly in the fridge for up to a week, if sealed in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 333 mg, Fiber 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

5-INGREDIENT APPLE-BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP



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Although it has very few ingredients, this soup is intensely flavorful because the squash is browned before it's simmered. Simmering it in coconut milk instead of stock makes it extra rich and creamy. Don't skimp on the drizzle of olive oil at the end; it's there not only for presentation, but also to balance the flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving
One 2- to 3-pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch chunks
Kosher salt
6 cups coconut milk
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped, plus apple slices, for serving

Steps:

  • Add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil to a Dutch oven or large pot and heat over medium-high heat. Add half the squash and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bottom of the pot and some of the squash pieces are browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the squash to a bowl. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and uncooked squash to the pot with 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally and deglazing the brown bits on the bottom of the pot with a splash of water and a wooden spoon if it looks like it's going to burn, about 4 minutes. Add the rest of the cooked squash back to the pot.
  • Add the coconut milk and apples to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the squash is quite tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Puree with an immersion blender until smooth, or transfer the squash and apple chunks with a slotted spoon to a blender to puree, then return the blended mixture to the pot and stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
  • Serve the soup topped with apple slices and big drizzles of olive oil.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH APPLE BAKE



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Even those who aren't fans of squash enjoy this side dish. Sweet slices of butternut squash are topped with apples covered in a cinnamon-sugar glaze for a quick and easy dinner accompaniment. -Ellie Klopping, Toledo, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 butternut squash (2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
3 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Layer squash and apples in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Mix brown sugar, flour and cinnamon; sprinkle over top. Drizzle with butter. , Bake, covered, until squash and apples are tender, 45-55 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic exchanges

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND BAKED APPLE PUREE



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I was inspired to put together this recipe first because my mother in law gave me a TON of beautiful butternut squash from her garden that I needed to figure out what to do with. And second, fall was coming...and I LOVE flavors that remind me of fall like squash and apples. And third, my mom used to make her applesauce with the skins on...so it was pink....I loved the color. So here goes my combination of pink applesauce and Butternut Squash. This recipe, by the way, is a fun way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables!

Provided by Melanie B.

Categories     Low Protein

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 gala apples, cored with skins left on and cut into cubes
1 large butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
1 medium red onion, diced
4 tablespoons butter, cut into small chunks
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
salt
pepper
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Place the squash cubes on a baking sheet covered in cooking spray. Season with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Place in 375 degree oven for about 20 minutes.
  • Add apples, onions, and butter to the baking sheet and season again to your liking.
  • Place pan back in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, or longer, until all ingredients are softened.
  • Remove from oven and puree with a food mill or food processor. The butter is absorbed into the apples, squash, and onion to add great pureed flavor. Add the cinnamon.
  • Serve and enjoy!
  • I've been wanting to try this with a dallop of fresh ricotta cheese on top -- maybe next time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.1, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 97.7, Carbohydrate 61.9, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 23, Protein 4.2

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH, GARLIC, AND APPLE SOUP



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Butternut squash, sweet potato, carrot, and garlic roasted in large pieces and then added to onion, celery, apple, and vegetable broth. Immersion blender does the trick for thickening without adding fat. Use curry powder in place of cayenne if you prefer more savory flavors than spicy. Apple juice can also be used in place of cider, and chicken broth in place of vegetable.

Provided by Nancy A.

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 butternut squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 large carrot, cut into large chunks
1 sweet potato, cut into large chunks
1 head garlic
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup apple cider

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Arrange butternut squash halves, carrot chunks, sweet potato chunks, and whole garlic head onto the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil over the vegetables; season with rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
  • Roast in preheated oven for 20 minutes, turn the carrot and sweet potato chunks, and continue roasting until everything is tender, 20 to 30 minutes more. Set aside to cool.
  • Use a spoon to remove flesh of squash from skin. Cut carrot and sweet potato into small pieces. Squeeze roasted garlic from skin.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; add celery and onion. Season the celery mixture with nutmeg and cayenne pepper; saute until the celery and onion are tender, about 8 minutes. Add apple and continue to cook and stir until apples begin to get hot, about 2 minutes more.
  • Pour vegetable broth and apple cider into the pot; bring just to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Stir squash, carrot, sweet potato, and garlic to the pot. Blend soup with an immersion blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 277.7 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

BAKED SPICED BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH APPLES AND MAPLE SYRUP



Baked Spiced Butternut Squash with Apples and Maple Syrup image

Categories     Fruit     Vegetable     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Apple     Spice     Butternut Squash     Fall     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8 to10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
3/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup apple juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 small butternut squashes, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices
4 6-ounce Granny Smith apples, peeled, halved, cored, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Stir butter, maple syrup and apple juice in small saucepan over medium-low heat until butter melts. Increase heat and boil until mixture is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; whisk in cinnamon, allspice and salt.
  • Arrange 1/3 of squash slices in prepared dish. Top with half of apple slices, then 1/3 of squash slices. Arrange remaining slices of squash and apple atop, alternating squash and apple slices and overlapping slightly. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Pour maple syrup mixture over. Cover baking dish tightly with foil.
  • Bake casserole until squash is almost tender, about 50 minutes. Uncover and bake until squash is tender, basting occasionally with syrup, about 20 minutes longer. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover with foil and refrigerate. Rewarm, covered, in 350°F oven about 25 minutes, or microwave on high about 8 minutes.) Spoon syrup from dish over vegetables and serve.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND APPLE SOUP



Butternut Squash and Apple Soup image

Soup made with traditional fall crops, butternut squash and Granny Smith apples.

Provided by daniellegray

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 cups 1/2-inch butternut squash cubes
2 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts only
½ cup chopped carrots
½ cup chopped celery
2 small Granny Smith apples, cored and diced
1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried sage
5 cups chicken stock
1 cup apple cider
salt to taste
5 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute butternut squash, leeks, carrots, and celery in hot butter until vegetables are softened, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Stir apples, thyme, and sage into the squash mixture; pour in chicken stock and cider. Bring mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover pot with a lid, and cook until vegetables and apples are tender, about 30 minutes. Remove soup from heat and cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour soup into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth. Return mixture to pot and season with salt to taste. Garnish individual servings with crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 26.1 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 604.7 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

BAKED BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH APPLES



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Combine fall flavors--squash, nuts, apples--then bake with sweet maple to bring out wonderful flavor.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 lb butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 5 cups)
2 to 3 large Granny Smith apples, cored, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (4 cups)
1/4 cup real maple or maple-flavored syrup
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted*

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Place butter in 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish; heat in oven 5 to 7 minutes or until melted.
  • Stir cinnamon and nutmeg into melted butter. Add squash; toss to coat. Cover with foil; bake 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix apples, syrup and vinegar.
  • Pour apple mixture over squash. Cover; bake 10 minutes. Stir; bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until squash is tender. Stir before serving and sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 15 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, firm butternut squash and apples for the best flavor and texture.
  • Peel and cube the butternut squash before cooking.
  • Use a large pot to cook the squash and apples to prevent them from sticking.
  • Add enough water to the pot to cover the squash and apples.
  • Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until the squash and apples are tender.
  • Drain the squash and apples and let them cool slightly.
  • Use an immersion blender or a food processor to puree the squash and apples until smooth.
  • Season the puree with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
  • Serve the puree warm or cold, as a side dish or a main course.

Conclusion:

Butternut squash and apple puree is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It is also a great way to use up leftover butternut squash or apples. Whether you serve it as a side dish, a main course, or a snack, butternut squash and apple puree is sure to please everyone at your table.

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