Crusty Pecan, Maple Syrup Butternut Squash Casserole

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  medium  butternut squash, pared, seeded and cut up
• 3⁄4 cup pecans
• 1⁄3 cup sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2  tablespoons maple syrup

Directions

1. Cook squash in boiling salted water until tender.
2. Drain.
3. Meanwhile, put pecans in blender container.
4. Cover and run on low until coarsely chopped; empty into a small bowl; reserve.
5. Put squash, sugar, and cinnamon into blender container.
6. Cover and run on low until squash is pureed.
7. Empty into 1-quart flame-proof casserole; top with chopped nuts and drizzle with syrup.
8. Place under the broiler for 3-5 minutes or until glazed and browned.