Mock Candied Yams - Without the Yams!

1. 1

   Cut butternut squash in half and remove seeds.

2. 2

   Place on a cookie sheet, cut side down and bake in a 375 degree oven for 45 minutes or until fork tender.

3. 3

   Remove from oven and allow to rest until cool enough to handle.

4. 4

   While squash is cooling, melt butter in a large skillet.

5. 5

   Add brown sugar and maple syrup.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to a low simmer.

7. 7

   Add half the pecans to butter/sugar mixture.

8. 8

   With a spoon, remove squash flesh from the skin and finely chop.

9. 9

   Add squash to the butter/sugar/pecan mixture and stir well.

10. 10

    The consistency should be similar to mashed potatoes.

11. 11

    Place in a casserole dish and top with remaining pecans.

12. 12

    If you like you can also dot with butter and sprinkle with a little more brown sugar.

13. 13

    Bake in a 350 degree oven for 15-20 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.