Acorn Squash with Spiced Applesauce and Maple Drizzle Recipe
9.7g
Net Atkins Count ™
Net Atkins Count ™
Prep Time: 8 Minutes
Style:American
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Phase: Phase 3
Difficulty: Moderate
Style:American
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Phase: Phase 3
Difficulty: Moderate
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Calculating Net Atkins Count™INGREDIENTS
- 1 squash (4 inch dia) Acorn Winter Squash
- 5 tsp Unsalted Butter Stick
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 3/4 cup Applesauce (Without Added Ascorbic Acid, Unsweetened, Canned)
- 1/8 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 tbsp Sugar Free Maple Flavored Syrup
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut squash in half, remove seeds and then cut into 6 wedges.
- Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil. Melt 1 tablespoon (3 teaspoons) butter and brush on squash; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on pan and bake until squash is fork tender, about 20 minutes.
- In a small pot heat the applesauce, about 3 minutes. Stir in 2 teaspoons butter and cinnamon and cook 30 seconds more.
- Serve squash with a dollop of applesauce mixture and a drizzle of syrup (about 1/2 teaspoon each).
Cooking Tip
Having a party? When planning your low carb spread, think about which dishes you can make in advance and which need fresh ingredients that day.
