Acorn Squash with Spiced Applesauce and Maple Drizzle
9.7g
Net Carbs
0.7g
Protein
3.3g
Fat
2.2g
Fiber
72
Calories
Cooking tip: Having a party? When planning your low carb spread, think about which dishes you can make in advance and which need fresh ingredients that day.
Ingredients:
- 1 squash (4 inch diameter) Acorn Winter Squash
- 3/4 cup Applesauce (Without Added Ascorbic Acid, Unsweetened, Canned)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Sugar Free Maple Flavored Syrup
- 5 teaspoons Unsalted Butter Stick
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut squash in half, remove seeds and then cut into 6 wedges.
- Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil. Melt 1 tablespoon (3 teaspoons) butter and brush on squash; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on pan and bake until squash is fork tender, about 20 minutes.
- In a small pot heat the applesauce, about 3 minutes. Stir in 2 teaspoons butter and cinnamon and cook 30 seconds more.
- Serve squash with a dollop of applesauce mixture and a drizzle of syrup (about 1/2 teaspoon each).
