SPICED SQUASH RINGS

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If you're tired of traditional sweet potatoes, this side dish is a tasty alternative. The cornmeal gives it a pleasant texture, and there's a nice balance between sweetness and spice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium acorn squash
2 large eggs
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Wash squash. Cut into 1/2-in rings; remove and discard seeds and membranes. In a shallow dish, beat eggs and milk. In another shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Dip squash rings into egg mixture, then into cornmeal mixture; turn to coat. , Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with butter. Cover and bake at 400° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until the squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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