Oil-Free Beef and Squash Casserole

This oil-free beef and squash casserole is an easy to make meal that is sure to please everyone in your family! It’s packed with flavor from herbs like oregano and basil as well as nutritious vegetables like butternut squash! Plus it’s low in fat so you can enjoy it guilt free!

Cooking Equipment:

Large skillet, oven-safe baking dish

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Cuisine:

American

Keywords:

Beef, Squash, Casserole, Oil-Free

Meal:

Main Course

Cooking Method:

Baking

Dietary Restrictions:

Oil-Free

Servings:

Ingredients:

200g lean ground beef

1 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried basil

½ teaspoon ground black pepper

2 cups cubed butternut squash (about 1 small squash)

1 cup vegetable broth or water

Cooking Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain off any excess fat.

Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Add the oregano, basil, black pepper and butternut squash cubes to the skillet and stir to combine.

Pour in the vegetable broth or water and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes until the squash is tender.

Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes until heated through and bubbly around the edges.

Nutrition:

Calories – 300; Fat – 5g; Carbohydrates – 25g; Protein – 25g; Fiber – 4g

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Did You Know?

Boston cream pie, which is actually a cake, is a popular dessert that originated in Boston, Massachusetts.