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Yellow Squash Muffins

Name: Yellow Squash Muffins
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1 dozen.
Ingredients: 1 pound yellow summer squash, cut into 1-inch slices; 1/2 cup butter, melted; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup sugar; 2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt

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Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min.

Makes

1 dozen

These muffins are so moist and golden, they're sure to become an instant family favorite. They have a delicate squash flavor.—Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina

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Ingredients

1 pound yellow summer squash, cut into 1-inch slices
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add squash. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash; stir in the butter and egg. In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir in the squash mixture just until moistened.
Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

1 muffin: 170 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 265mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

Yellow Squash Muffins

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