Parmesan Butternut Squash

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Jacqueline O'Callaghan, Troy, Michigan

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Sep. 04, 2022

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

TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Parmesan Butternut Squash

Yield:8 servings
Prep:5 min
Cook:20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
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Directions

  1. Place squash and water in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, covered, on high until tender, 15-17 minutes; 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 until topping is golden brown, 1-2 minutes.