Did you know that you can cook a whole butternut squash in the slow cooker or crockpot? Super simple and it saves all that hassle trying to cut it raw!
I love butternut squash. It's probably one of my favourite vegetables at the moment and I'm always trying to find new ways to use and of course to get the kids to eat it!
But peeling and chopping a raw squash can be an absolute nightmare!
I've had many near-misses where I've nearly lost a finger as the skin and the flesh is so tough to cut through.
I'm using my slow cooker for so many things at the moment so I thought why not trying cooking a whole butternut squash in it?!
It was so easy. You literally just pop the squash in and cook it on low for 5 - 6 hours or high for 3-4.
When it's done, simply allow it to cook before removing the squash and cutting it half.
The flesh will be delicious and soft, fully cooked inside and ready to eat!
You could eat it as it is (like mash!).
Or it makes great first food for babies and you can also use it in recipes like this Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese or these Butternut Squash Tots.
How To Cook A Whole Butternut Squash In The Slow Cooker
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: European
Description
Did you know that you can cook a whole butternut squash in the slow cooker or crockpot? Super simple and it saves all that hassle trying to cut it raw!
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash
Instructions
- Place the whole butternut squash into the slow cooker or crockpot and pop on the lid.
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Turn off the cooker and allow the squash to cool before removing it and cutting it in half.
Looking for more vegetables to cook whole in the slow cooker? Try this recipe for Simple Slow Cooked Beetroot from Fab Food 4 All
Or this Whole Spiced Cauliflower from Baking Queen
Sally says
Does it need to be peeled once cooked or can you eat the skin?
Vicky says
Hi Sally, the flesh will be delicious and soft, fully cooked inside and ready to eat. You could eat it as it is (like mash!)
Connie says
Will this work on different types of winter squash? Such as acorn and others?
Ciara Attwell says
Yes should do!
Tilia says
I like step 2 the most! "Cook on low for 5-6 hours or low for 3-4 hours."
Jeni says
That's my favourite bit, too. I found some of the other steps a little bit confusing.
Anonymous says
You can steam it in your instant pot as well and in less than an hour!!!
Senaida says
Grande post .
Kristin Whiteley says
This is exactly what I need. Thanks for posting this information! Did you poke it with a knife a few times to let out steam before putting it in?
Ciara Attwell says
You can if you like but it's not essential!
Brenda says
Such a great idea, thanks for posting this. Makes life so much easier.
Danielle says
Such an easy way to make baby food for my little boy!
Becky says
So easy! Love this!
Fiona Wilson says
How long for half a butternut squash
Ciara Attwell says
Probably 3/4 of the cooking time
Jeanette Hammond says
Do you need to put any liquid in with the butternut squash?
Ciara Attwell says
Nope!
Jeri says
I know what you mean on step #2, but you might want to clarify that it’s on HIGH for 3-4 hours. ????Great, simple recipe! Thanks.
Camilla says
Such a brilliant idea Ciara, I shall definitely try this!
Camilla says
Such a brilliant idea Ciara, I shall definitely try this!