HONEY-THYME BUTTERNUT SQUASH

Honey-Thyme Butternut Squash image

This golden, honey-sweetened squash is just as hearty and comforting as your favorite potato dish. With its bright color, it makes an attractive side for special autumn meals. -Bianca Noiseux, Bristol, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 large butternut squash (about 5 pounds), peeled and cubed
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add squash; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender., Drain. Mash squash with the remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges