Parmesan Butternut Squash

“Butternut squash sprinkled with Parmesan and bread crumbs makes a superb side dish we love to share. Using the microwave cuts down on long roasting time.” —Jackie O’Callaghan, West Lafayette, Indiana

Parmesan butternut squash recipePhoto: Taste of Home
Servings Prep Time
8servings 25minutes total time
Servings Prep Time
8servings 25minutes total time
Ingredients
Portions: servings
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Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. Place squash and water in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, covered, on high 15-17 minutes or until tender; drain.
  2. Preheat broiler. Transfer squash to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Toss bread crumbs with cheese, salt and pepper; sprinkle over squash. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 1-2 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
Recipe Notes

Editor's Note

This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 112 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 168mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 6g fibre), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch.