3 c. mashed acorn or butternut squash (you can substitute 2 pkgs. frozen squash, thawed)
1/2 c. white sugar
2/3 stick butter, softened
2 tsp. vanilla, divided
2 eggs, well beaten

TOPPING:

1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 stick butter
1/3 c. flour
1/2 c. pecans, chopped

Combine squash, white sugar, butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat well the remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla and eggs. Combine all thoroughly. Place in a greased 1 1/2 quart casserole. Combine topping ingredients and mix well. Sprinkle over the squash. bake at 350 degrees 45 minutes. 6 to 8 servings.