Spiced Baked Squash
(Calabaza al Horno con Especias)
This side dish is perfect for a fall or winter meal. Squash cooked with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger creates a simple dish to accompany your favorite entrée.
- Average Cost: $7.46
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov
Ingredients
- Vegetable cooking spray
- 1 Acorn squash
- 1 dash salt
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Coat the baking sheet with vegetable cooking spray.
- Wash the squash. Cut it in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds. Cut the squash into 1/2 inch slices.
- Place the squash on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt.
- Melt the margarine on low heat in a small saucepan.
- Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to the saucepan.
- Spread the margarine mix on the squash.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender.
Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe