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Lemon-Maple Butternut Squash

By: Barbara Ballast  
"'My mother discovered this healthy recipe that's become a family favorite. We enjoy its bright color, smooth texture and flavorful combination of tangy lemon and sweet maple,' says Barbara Ballast, Grand Rapids, Michigan. A teacher who lives to cook and bake, Barbara dreams of having her own catering service one day."

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Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
50 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon butter or stick margarine, melted
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Directions

  1. Place squash cut side down in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Add water. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 50-60 minutes or until tender. Scoop out the squash and place in a mixing bowl, add the syrup, butter, lemon juice and peel; beat until smooth.

Footnotes

  • Nutritional Analysis: One serving (3/4 cup) equals 186 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 41 mg sodium, 42 g carbohydrate, 8 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 9, 2008 by DanaL 
This was very good although I did it a little different. I left the squash in peices. After... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2006 by PotatoFreak 
This was a great alternative side for lemon tilapia. It has a subtle sweetness that can not... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 15, 2007 by MRSEHART 
Was afraid the maple syrup would overpower the squash, but it was a much milder flavor than I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 19, 2006 by montana j's 
A delicious way to serve butternut squash! I used Vermont Maple Syrup...sooooo good! The... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2008 by JUNEAD 
This was great. I'm an older person and believe it or not my husband nor I had ever eaten... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2009 by da_cook 
This is delicious with subtle hints of maple & lemon (use fresh squeezed for better results).... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2007 by SYLVIAWIG 
Wow . . . . . YUM! DH loved this so much he asked me to double it (or even triple it) and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2007 by Joyce 
This is a quick, easy way to prepare butternut squash. I added 1 1/2 tsp of high quality... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2007 by krista v. Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
So good! I might have baked my squash with too much water in the dish because it came out a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2007 by SABE11 
Very good. This is one of the simplest and tasty ways I've found to prepare butternut squash.... MORE

 
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