Amazing Butternut Squash

I got this recipe from a relative years ago. Delicious, colorful squash is baked with a crunchy Parmesan cheese topping. It's excellent -- please try it!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 282 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• ½ cup finely chopped onion
• 1 butternut squash- peeled, seeded and cubed
• ¼ cup crushed saltine crackers

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a large pot, bring the squash to boil. Reduce to a simmer until squash is soft.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mash the softened squash. Mix in the mayonnaise, onion, egg, brown sugar, salt and pepper. Pour the mixture into a 2 quart baking dish.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, mix together crackers, Parmesan and butter. Sprinkle over the squash mixture.

Step 5

Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, until the topping is lightly brown.