BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH ONIONS AND PECANS

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Make and share this Butternut Squash with Onions and Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LikeItLoveIt

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 1/4 lbs butternut squash
1 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place pecans on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Toast at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5-8 minutes .
  • Peel the squash, and remove the seeds.
  • Cut into 1/2 inch cubes.
  • There will be about 6 cups squash.
  • Melt butter or margarine in a heavy large skillet over low heat.
  • Add onion and saute until very tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Add squash and toss to coat.
  • Cover.
  • Cook until squash is tender but still holds it shape, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Can be prepared 4 hours ahead.
  • Let stand at room temperature.
  • Rewarm over medium heat before continuing.
  • Stir in half of the pecans and half of the parsley.
  • Transfer mixture to bowl.
  • Sprinkle with remaining pecans and parsley.
  • Serve.

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