Mashed Winter Squash

Name: Mashed Winter Squash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 4 packages (12 ounces each) frozen cooked winter squash; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup butter, cubed; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min. YIELD: 8 servings.

Frozen cooked squash and a microwave make quick work of assembling this colorful side dish. Each creamy bite features the subtle blend of cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger.

Ingredients

4 packages (12 ounces each) frozen cooked winter squash
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

Directions

1. Place squash in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 7-8 minutes or until heated through, stirring after 5 minutes. Add the sugar, butter, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger; mix well.
2. Microwave, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 119 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 359mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.

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