CHI - St. Joseph Regional Health System - TX

Winter 2018

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Spiced Acorn Squash Looking for something new to serve your family at the end of a cold winter's day? Try this twist on one of the most popular produce items during the cold weather months. Sprinkled with cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg, this seasonal side dish is the perfect companion to pair with your favorite protein. Plus, it's packed with beta-carotene, ber and vitamin C, making this squash as healthy as it is delicious. With quick prep time and less than half an hour in the oven, it won't take you all day to prepare, either. Mix and match with any additional spices you prefer, and enjoy! NUTRITION INFORMATION Makes four servings Calories: 122 Fat: 5.9g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 110mg Protein: 1g Dietary ber: 2g Recipe from the Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Program, Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Network, courtesy of the "What's Cooking? USDA Mixing Bowl." DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. 2. Coat a baking sheet with vegetable cooking spray. 3. Wash the squash. Cut it in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds. Cut the squash into ½ inch slices. 4. Place the squash on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt. 5. Combine olive oil with the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger in a saucepan and warm slightly. 6. Pour the olive oil mix over the squash. 7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender. INGREDIENTS vegetable cooking spray 1 acorn squash 1 dash salt 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon nutmeg ¼ teaspoon ginger CHI St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital 2801 Franciscan Drive Bryan, TX 77802 This publication in no way seeks to serve as a substitute for professional medical care. Consult your doctor before undertaking any form of medical treatment or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines. CHI St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. For more information, visit CHIStJoseph.org. ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. CHÚ Ý: Nếu bạn nói Tiếng Việt, có các dịch vụ hỗ trợ ngôn ngữ miễn phí dành cho bạn.

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