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A nut, not as common as other types, that is grown mainly in the eastern U.S. The large oval shell of this nut contains an oval shaped nut that is high in oil content, which makes it susceptible to becoming rancid more quickly. Due to the difficulty in cracking the outer shell, this nut is not grown or harvested as extensively as other varieties. Most often, the butternut is used in desserts, cakes, cookies, and maple nut frosting, a popular New England topping. When storing butternuts, place them in the refrigerator to lengthen their useful life. This nut is also referred to as the white walnut.
Butternut

USDA Nutrition Facts

Nuts, butternuts, dried (USDA#12084)

Serving Size 1 cup
Calories 612
Protein 24g
Total Fat 56g
Total Carbohydrates 12g
Dietary Fiber 4g
Potassium 421mg
Sodium 1mg
Cholesterol 0mg

Squash, winter, butternut, frozen, cooked, boiled, with salt (USDA#11867)

Serving Size 1 cup, mashed
Calories 39
Protein 1g
Total Fat 7g
Total Carbohydrates 10g
Potassium 133mg
Sodium 238mg
Cholesterol 0mg

Squash, winter, butternut, cooked, baked, with salt (USDA#11866)

Serving Size 1 cup, cubes
Calories 40
Protein 0g
Total Fat 8g
Total Carbohydrates 10g
Sugars 1g
Potassium 284mg
Sodium 240mg
Cholesterol 0mg

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