MAPLE-ALMOND BUTTERNUT SQUASH

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A heartwarming side dish, especially on chilly days, this is a cinch to prepare, making it a good choice for any weeknight. It's impressive enough for company, too. -Judy Lawson, Chelsea, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup butter, melted
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 medium butternut squash (about 4 pounds), peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Mix first five ingredients. Place squash in a 4-qt. slow cooker; toss with syrup mixture. Cook, covered, on low until squash is tender, 5-6 hours., Stir in cream; cook, covered, on low until heated through, 15-30 minutes. Top with almonds and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover butternut squash. The maple almond topping is delicious and really brings out the flavor of the squash. I will definitely be making this again.


William Caldwell Caldwell
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. The maple almond topping is what really makes this dish special.


Waqarhussain Jutt
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are delicious. The squash was perfectly roasted and the maple almond topping was the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sk Riduan Hossain
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The maple almond topping is amazing and really brings out the flavor of the squash. I will definitely be making this again.


Sisira Warnakula Suriya
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the maple almond topping and they ate the squash without complaint. This is definitely a keeper recipe.


Priya Dura
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The squash is perfectly roasted and the maple almond topping is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lakisha Baker
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I had some butternut squash that I needed to use up and this was the perfect way to do it. The squash was perfectly roasted and the maple almond topping was the perfect finishing touch.


SHRYESThA CHAND
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I made a few tweaks to this recipe and it turned out great. I used brown sugar instead of maple syrup and added a bit of cinnamon and nutmeg. The squash was perfectly roasted and the topping was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Verd Fett
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. I had some leftover from a soup I made and this was the perfect way to use it up. The maple almond topping is what really makes this dish special.


Bala Yakubu
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. The squash was perfectly tender and the maple almond topping added a delicious sweetness. This is definitely a keeper recipe.


Ayaan Ashraf
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are delicious. The squash was perfectly roasted and the maple almond topping was the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Shenell Stuurman
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I'm not usually a fan of butternut squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The maple almond topping is amazing and really brings out the flavor of the squash. I will definitely be making this again.


Terrie Southwell
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. The maple almond topping is what really makes this dish special.


Melkam Mekonnen
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This maple almond butternut squash recipe was a total hit! The squash was perfectly tender and flavorful, and the maple almond topping added a delicious crunch and sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.