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Mashed Potato Squash
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of yellow squash, chopped
- 1 pound of potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup of butter
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the chopped yellow squash and potatoes. Cook for about 15 minutes or until they are tender.
- Drain the cooked squash and potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the butter, milk, salt, and black pepper to the pot with the squash and potatoes.
- Mash the mixture with a potato masher until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot as a delicious and healthy side dish.
Mashed potato squash, also known as delicata squash, has a rich history dating back to Native American tribes who cultivated and enjoyed this versatile vegetable. Its creamy, sweet flesh makes it a perfect substitute for traditional mashed potatoes. Chefs and home cooks alike have embraced this dish for its unique flavor and health benefits. In recent years, restaurants in the Pacific Northwest and Midwest have popularized mashed potato squash as a seasonal side dish, often incorporating local ingredients and innovative cooking techniques. To make the best version of this dish, it's crucial to roast the squash until tender and then mash it with butter, cream, and seasonings to achieve a velvety texture and delightful taste.
40 min
4
180 calories
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