Acorn Squash Slices

Side Dish

Prep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 40 min Servings: 6 servings Source:

Ingredients

2 medium acorn squash (about 1-1/2 pounds each)

1/2 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup maple syrup

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1/3 cup chopped pecans, optional

Directions

Cut squash in half lengthwise; remove and discard seeds and membrane. Cut each half widthwise into 1/2-in. slices; discard ends.

Place slices in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with salt. Combine syrup and butter; pour over squash. Sprinkle with pecans if desired.

Cover and bake at 350° until tender, 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition

3 slices: 170 calories, 7g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 98mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fruit, 1 fat.