MAPLE-GLAZED SQUASH

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Squash gets pleasantly sweet and spicy flavors from maple syrup and cinnamon in this recipe. -Betty Kay Sitzman, Wray, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 medium acorn squash
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup maple syrup
1 medium tart apple, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons raisins, optional
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cut squash lengthwise in half; remove and discard seeds. Cut halves crosswise into 1-in. slices; discard ends. Place squash in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with salt and pepper. , In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over squash. Bake, covered, 50-60 minutes or until squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.