Mashed Butternut Squash

 

• 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 2 Tbsp butter or margarine
• 2 tsp brown sugar (more or less to taste)
• salt and pepper to taste
• dash fresh ground nutmeg (optional)

Boil squash cubes until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain. Mash as you would for potatoes, then add remaining ingredients. Serve hot.
This is a yummy nutritious side dish! Serves about 4 depending on the size of the squash and the appetites!