BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH WHOLE GRAINS

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Fresh thyme really shines in this hearty slow-cooked side dish featuring tender butternut squash, nutritious whole grain pilaf and vitamin-packed baby spinach. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 4h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup uncooked whole grain brown and red rice blend
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup water
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach

Steps:

In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients. Stir in broth., Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until grains are tender. Stir in spinach before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges