Stewed Butternut Squash with Apples and Smoked Baco

Name: Stewed Butternut Squash with Apples and Smoked Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 strips thick-cut smoked bacon, diced; 1 1/2 cups small diced onions; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and diced; 1 (2 pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeds removed and diced; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 2 cups chicken stock

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 strips thick-cut smoked bacon, diced
1 1/2 cups small diced onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and diced
1 (2 pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeds removed and diced
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 cups chicken stock

1
Set a medium saute pan over medium heat.
2
Add the olive oil and bacon and render, stirring often, until crispy, 6 to 8 minutes.
3
Add the onions and cook until lightly caramelized, 4 to 5 minutes.
4
Add the garlic, butter and apples and cook, stirring often, until the apples are tender, about 5 minutes.
5
Add the squash and increase the heat to medium-high.
6
Cook the squash, undisturbed, for 3 to 4 minutes.
7
Stir, then add the nutmeg, thyme, salt and pepper.
8
Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes and add the maple syrup and the stock.
9
Bring the liquid to a boil, cover the pan, and reduce the heat to medium.
10
Cook until the squash is tender and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 15 minutes.
11
Remove the lid, stir the squash, gently, and reseason if necessary.
12
Serve immediately while hot.

720

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 4 strips thick-cut smoked bacon, diced, 1 1/2 cups small diced onions, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Stewed Butternut Squash with Apples and Smoked Bacon falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Stewed Butternut Squash with Apples and Smoked Bacon

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