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Easy instant pot butternut squash.

Instant Pot Butternut Squash

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  • Author: Erin Jensen
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Total Time: 19 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Instant Pot Butternut Squash  – a great way to cook a whole butternut squash in a matter of minutes!  Easy for making creamy butternut squash soup this soup season!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium or small butternut squash
  • 1 cup water (or vegetable broth)

Instructions

Halved Butternut Squash:

  1. Cut butternut squash in half lengthwise (cut off the bottom inch, if needed to fit in the Instant Pot).
  2. Use an ice cream scoop or spoon to scoop out and discard the seeds.
  3. Pour water in bottom of Instant Pot and place trivet inside.
  4. Place butternut squash on top of the trivet, scooped side up.
  5. Ensure Instant Pot is sealed.
  6. Close lid and cook on High Pressure for 9 minutes.
  7. Naturally release for 5 minutes.
  8. Quick release remaining steam according to manufacturers instructions.

Notes

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Serve as a side dish or use it in your favorite butternut squash recipe.
  • Smaller Butternut Squash: If you have a really small butternut squash you could reduce the cook time to 8 minutes.