Winter Casserole

Ingredients:

1/2 cup diced onion

1 Tbsp. butter

3 cups cooked mashed winter squash (butternut)

12 strips bacon, cooked, crumbled (I only used 6 slices)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 tsp. sugar

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. black pepper

1/2 cup soft bread crumbs

2 Tbsp. butter, melted

Optional: herbs such as sage, thyme or parsley

Directions:

1. Saute the onions in the butter until tender. Combine with the squash, bacon, cheese, sugar, salt, pepper and herbs, if using. Spoon into an 8-inch square baking dish.

2. Combine the crumbs and butter. Sprinkle over top.

3. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or until lightly browned and heated through.

Serves 6.