Mashed Potato Squash

Mashed Potatoes winter squash has a bright white rind and a flesh that it nearly white. The flesh when baked and fluffed has the consistency of mashed potatoes and is low in sugars.

Ingredients:

• 1 Mashed Potato Squash
• Olive oil for drizzling on squash
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Butter to taste

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. 
3. Halve and remove seeds from squash.
4. Drizzle olive oil on each half. (amounts vary)
5. Sprinkle salt and pepper. (amount according to preference)
6. Place squash halves cut side down on prepared baking sheet.
7. Roast until squash is tender and easily pierced with fork, about 50-60 minutes. 
8. Remove from oven and cool slightly until you are able to handle it. 
9. Scoop out squash flesh into bowl and mash with fork or potato masher until almost smooth. 
10. Top with butter, salt and pepper to taste. 

Recipe Notes
Cooking time varies based on squash size. This cooking time was for medium-large squash.