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Acorn Squash And Apple Mash Recipe

Outsmart even the pickiest eaters with this subtly sweet and savory acorn squash and apple mash! Mashed to a creamy perfection, this recipe cleverly combines the sweetness of apple and brown sugar with the wholesome goodness of acorn squash. A perfect side dish for any meal, it's so good, your kids will never guess they're eating their veggies! #acornsquash #apple #mashedvegetables #kidfriendlyrecipes #healthyrecipe #fallrecipes #easyrecipe

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 375.6 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Acorn Squash And Apple Mash

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How to Make Acorn Squash And Apple Mash

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut one medium acorn squash in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
  3. Place acorn squash halves, cut-side up, in a baking dish.
  4. Place 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and chopped into 1/2 inch pieces into the cavity of each squash half.
  5. Sprinkle each squash half with 1 tablespoon brown sugar and 1 teaspoon honey.
  6. Dot 1 tablespoon of butter on top of each squash half.
  7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the squash is easily pierced with a fork.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  10. Scoop the cooked squash and apple mixture into a bowl.
  11. Mash with a potato masher or fork until smooth.
  12. Serve warm. Freezes well for future meals!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

179g

Fat

36g

Carbs

24g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Side Dishes Fruit Vegetables Easy Low Fat Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Calorie Inexpensive Healthy 2 Low In Something Apples Squash