Best Herbed Butternut Squash Recipes

HERBED BUTTERNUT SQUASH

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This is just one of many ways I prepare butternut squash for my two girls. It's a winter staple in our house. -Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Peel and cut squash crosswise into 1/2-in.-thick slices; remove and discard seeds. In a large bowl, toss squash with remaining ingredients. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HERBED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

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Categories Squash Soup/Stew Thanksgiving

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 stick butter
5 1/2 pounds butternut squash, cut into cubes (about 10 cups)
3 cups onions, chopped
3 carrots, sliced thinly
5 teaspoons thyme, minced
7 cups chicken broth
1/3 cup chives, chopped
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

Melt butter in large pot over med-high heat. Add squash, carrots, onions, and thyme. Saute until squash begins to soften and brown, about 10 minutes. Add 7 cups broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes. cool slightly. Puree in pot with immersion blender until smooth. Stir in 1/3 cup chives and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper.