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Butternut Turkey Bake

1 medium butternut squash (about 2-1/2 lbs)
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 Tbsp butter
2 cups seasoned salad croutons
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp poultry seasoning
1/2 tsp pepper
2 cups cubed cooked turkey
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Cut squash in half; discard seeds.
Place cut side down in a 15x10x1" baking pan; add 1/2" of hot water.
Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
Drain water from pan, turn squash cut side up.
Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until tender.
Scoop out pulp, mash and set aside.
In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender.
Stir in the croutons, salt, poultry seasoning and pepper.
Cooke 2-3 minutes longer or until croutons are toasted.
Stir in the squash, turkey and broth; heat through.
Transfer to a greased 1-1/2 qt. bakign dish.
Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until edges are bubbly and cheese is melted.

* 4 servings

(Taste of Home _ December/January 2008)