BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND APPLE CASSEROLE

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This is a family favorite we always serve at Thanksgiving. My sister got it from the Cheshire Inn, in either VA or MD. Even non-squash lovers love this. A good, less sweet, alternative to the traditional sweet potato casserole.

Provided by QueenOf1211

Categories     Apple

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups butternut squash, cooked and mashed
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
6 cups granny smith apples, unpeeled, sliced (2 lbs apples)
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup corn flakes, coarsely crushed
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • To cook squash, cut in 1/2, clean out seeds, rub all over with olive oil. Put on a baking sheet and cook at 350 for about 45-60 minutes, or until fork pierces it easily.
  • Squash Layer - mix first 5 ingredients: squash, butter, brown sugar, salt & white pepper. Set aside.
  • Apple Layer - Heat butter over medium heat in a large skillet, add sliced apples, sprinkle with sugar, cover and simmer until barely tender (5 min).
  • Topping: Mix together cornflakes, pecans, brown sugar and melted butter in a small bowl.
  • Spread applies in a greased 9x13 baking dish, spoon and gently spread squash mixture over apples.
  • Sprinkle with cornflake topping.
  • Bake at 350 for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.8, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 125.2, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 21.7, Protein 1.1

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