Hearty Butternut Squash Casserole for Cozy Fall Nights

This hearty Butternut Squash Casserole brings warmth and comfort with roasted squash, sweet apples, and savory sausage, perfect for fall nights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

1 medium Butternut Squash Cubed
2 medium Apples Cubed, use firm varieties
12 ounces Sweet Italian Sausage Cooked and crumbled
1 small Fennel Sliced
1 medium Onions Sliced
1 cup Gruyere Cheese Shredded
2 tablespoons Maple Syrup
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

baking dish
Mixing Bowl
skillet
Baking Sheet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep your ingredients by cubing the butternut squash and apples, and slicing the fennel and onion.
Toss the cubed butternut squash and apples with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper, then roast at 425°F for 25-30 minutes.
Caramelize the fennel and onions in a skillet with olive oil for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
Cook the sweet Italian sausage in a separate pan until fully cooked, then mix with the roasted vegetables.
Layer the roasted squash and apples in a baking dish, add the caramelized fennel and onions, then top with cooked sausage and Gruyere cheese.
Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to use turkey sausage for a lighter option or skip it for a vegetarian version. Fresh ingredients are key to the best texture and flavor.

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