Special Diet Information
Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce, as sold in the United States, is gluten-free.
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The refrigerator light goes on...
There is nothing that says Fall to me like butternut squash. It just feels warm and this recipe is sweet and savory and herbaceous all at once.
Roasted Butternut Squash with Green Onions
Servings: 4 | Serving size: about 1 1/2 cup2
Cooking Time: 45 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
This recipe makes great leftovers, hot or cold.
| 4 tsp | olive oil |
| 1 medium | butternut squash (peeled, seeded, and diced) |
| 8 medium | green onions (sliced crosswise; keep the white and green parts separate) |
| 1 tsp | dried marjoram |
| 1/2 tsp | salt |
| fresh ground black pepper (to taste) | |
| 2 tsp | Worcestershire sauce |
| 2 tsp | maple syrup |
Preheat the oven to 325°F.
Place the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
Add the squash and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes. Toss frequently.
Add the white part of the green onion, marjoram, salt, pepper, Worcestershire and maple syrup.
Toss well.
Place the pan in the oven and roast for about 25 minutes. Toss occasionally.
Add the green part of the green onion. Toss and roast for another 5 minutes.
Serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: about 1 1/2 cups
Servings: 4
Amount Per Serving
| Calories 161 | Calories from Fat 43 |
| % Daily Value |
| Total Fat 5g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat 3g | |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 332mg | 13% |
| Total Carbohydrates 31g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 19% |
| Sugars 8g | |
| Protein 2g |
| Vitamin A 470% | Vitamin C 90% |
| Calcium 11% | Iron 13% |
| Vitamin K 54 mcg | Potassium 895 mg |
| Magnesium 83 mg | |