Butternut Squash Custard

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium butternut squash (2 to 3 pounds), peeled, seeded and cubed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions:

  1. Place squash in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the squash with flour and sugar until blended; beat in the milk, eggs and butter. Pour into an ungreased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining ingredients.
  3. Bake at 350° until center appears set, 55-65 minutes.
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