Mashed roasted squash (calabaza)
Squash cubes are roasted until soft and caramelized and, while hot, mashed. Butter, salt, pepper, herbes de Provence and cream are stirred in to complete this lovely side dish.
Servings 2 people
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 cups cubed squash
- cooking oil
- 2 to 3 tablespoons cold butter
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon herbes de Provence (optional)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- Line a baking tray with foil and spray (or brush) with oil.
- Spread the squash cubes on the lined tray.
- Roast for 20 minutes or until soft and the undersides nicely browned.
- Transfer the hot roasted squash to a bowl and mash.
- Add butter, salt, pepper and herbs (if using) and stir just until combined.
- Fold in the heavy cream.
- Taste. Add more salt and pepper, if needed.
