Whole roasted smashed butternut squash is an easy side dish that is naturally sweet and full of nutrients. The technique of whole roasting saves you from having to pay a premium for pre-chopped butternut squash from the grocery store. Combining a few simple ingredients to the mash, makes for a deliciously sweet side that your kids will think is dessert.
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