
Butternut Squash Puree
Ingredients:
- 1 butternut squash, 2 1/2 to 3 lb.
- 2 Tbs. unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 tsp. peeled and grated fresh ginger
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Directions:
Cut the squash in half through the stem end and place, cut sides down, on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until easily pierced with a knife, 45 to 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside until cool enough to handle. Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds and fibers and discard. Spoon the flesh into a bowl and keep warm.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter and milk and heat until the butter melts and the milk is hot, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat.
Using a potato masher, mash the squash until smooth. Alternately, process the squash in a food processor fitted with the metal blade, pulsing several times until smooth, about 1 minute. Stir in the milk mixture and ginger and season with salt and pepper.
Transfer to a heavy saucepan and place over low heat. Reheat gently, stirring to prevent scorching. Spoon into a warmed serving bowl and serve immediately.