Winter Squash with Apple Juice Glaze
Winter Squash with Apple Juice Glaze
  • Yield: 6 servings
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Winter Squash with Apple Juice Glaze

By 2015-05-12

Key Points

  • Serving size: 171 grams
  • For the best buy, choose butternut or acorn squash that are heavy and have smooth skins.
  • To prepare squash, rinse and cut squash in half or quarters. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and then peel the squash.
  • To keep fresh, store in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
  • Squash contains potassium, which is good for a healthy heart.

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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Cut squash in quarters. Scoop out the seeds. Peel and cut into small cubes.
  2. In a large frying pan or pot, heat the oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the squash, apple juice, syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg and 1 cup of water to the pan.
  4. Cover and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  5. Cook 15 minutes.
  6. Uncover and cook another 10 minutes or until the squash is tender and the liquid has formed a glaze.
  7. Add salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
  8. Refrigerate leftovers.

 

Nutrition facts per serving

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Photo Credit: “Borough Market” by Aurelien Guichard / CC BY-SA 2.0