A cluster of green and orange acorn squash.

Spicy Baked Squash

Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Network
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.

Ingredients 

  • 1 Acorn Squash
  • 1 dash Salt To taste
  • 2 Tbsp Margarine
  • 3 Tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp Ginger
  • Cooking Spray

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Saucepan

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • 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 saucepan.
  • Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to the spaucepan.
  • Spread the margarine mix on the squash.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Spicy Baked Squash
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
122
Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Sodium
 
91
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
388
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
 
19
g
6
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
647
IU
13
%
Vitamin C
 
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
 
48
mg
5
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Acorn Squash, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, Salt
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