Mashed Winter Squash

I always stress to eat what is in season.  Well, squash is in season during the winter! So I will try to post lots of squash recipes! Here is my first. 

Start with your favored winter squash.  This is banana squash. Rinse it off.

Cut it into sections.

With a spoon, scoop out the seedy center and discard.

This is what it should look like.

Then peel off the skin.

Chop the squash into 1" cubes. If you have a steamer that can be inserted into a sauce pan (like the one below), fill pan with water until it the water line touches the bottom of the steamer. Then add squash. Cover and let water boil for about 15 minutes.  Check squash for doneness with a knife. Make sure not to over cook because if the water evaporates, the squash can burn.

Discard water and move squash into a mixing bowl.  Add a couple Tbsp of butter. With a beater on low setting, beat until it reaches the consistency of mashed potatoes.  Add more butter if it is too dry. 

Scoop and serve! Makes a great side dish!