BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH MAPLE SYRUP

Butternut Squash with Maple Syrup image

I love this roasted butternut squash because it's marvelous served hot or cold and it's loaded with flavor from garlic, ginger and leeks. -Marie Willette, Bellows Falls, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 12 cups)
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
2 medium leeks (white portion only) or 1/2 large sweet onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 cup jarred roasted sweet red peppers, coarsely chopped

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, toss squash with 2 tablespoons oil, salt and pepper; divide between 2 ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Roast 35-45 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally and switching position of pans halfway through baking., In a skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add ginger, garlic and, if desired, pepper flakes; cook and stir 1 minute. Add leeks; cook and stir 3-4 minutes longer or until tender. Stir in maple syrup; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or until syrup is slightly reduced., Place squash in a large bowl. Add red peppers and leek mixture; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges