double baked butternut squash

How To Make double baked butternut squash

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  1

  Prepare the squash by cutting in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds.
  
  Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
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  In a large baking dish, place your squash halves cut side up.
  Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  Then rub it in.
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  Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until fork tender.
  
  Remove from the oven and let it cool so it can be handled.
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  Scoop most of the flesh from the squash, leaving a 1/4 inch border, place in a bowl.
  Be careful not to pierce the skin of the squash.
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  5

  To the squash add the mayonnaise and 1/2 cup of parmesan. Mash well, until nice and creamy.
  Spoon the mixture back into the shells of the squash.
  Top with remaining 1/4 cup of parmesan.
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  Return the squash to the oven and bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until cheese melts, and it's heated through.
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  Makes a great side dish! Enjoy!!!
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