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Butternut Squash Apple Bake with Oat Pecan Crumble

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A sweet and savory fall side dish featuring roasted butternut squash and apples, topped with a crunchy oat and pecan crumble. This dish is perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 medium apples (like Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Crumble:
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the cubed butternut squash and apples with olive oil, maple syrup, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the squash and apple mixture in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the squash is beginning to soften.
  5. While the squash and apples are baking, prepare the crumble. In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped pecans, flour, brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.
  6. Pour the melted butter over the oat mixture and stir until combined and crumbly.
  7. Remove the baking dish from the oven. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the squash and apple mixture.
  8. Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp, and the squash and apples are tender.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • This dish can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving. Store the crumble topping separately if making more than a day in advance to keep it crisp.
  • For a gluten-free option, ensure your oats are certified gluten-free and use a gluten-free flour blend for the crumble.
  • This bake pairs well with roasted meats like turkey or pork, and is a great addition to your Thanksgiving sides or fall weeknight meals.

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