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December 7, 2009 Print version here.

 

 

Wonderful Winter Squash

 

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Dear Cancer Project supporter,

Winter squash is available throughout the year in most places. If you've never tried a butternut, kabocha, or delicata squash, you're in for a real treat. They can be steamed, baked, or prepared as described below.

 

 
Directions

Makes 4 1-cup servings

1 winter squash
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Peel squash, cut in half and remove seeds. Cut squash into 1/2-inch cubes. (You should have about 4 cups.)

Place into a large pot with water. Add soy sauce and maple syrup. Cover and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until squash is tender when pierced with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Per 1-cup serving:

Calories: 66
Fat: 0.4 g
Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
Calories from Fat: 5.2%
Cholesterol: 0 mg  

Protein: 1.1 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Sugar: 9.8 g
Fiber: 2.8 g  

Sodium: 135 mg
Calcium: 30 mg
Iron: 0.6 mg
Vitamin C: 9.6 mg
Beta-Carotene: 2806 mcg
Vitamin E: 0.1 mg

 

Recipe from Healthy Eating for Life for Women by Kristine Kieswer; recipe by Jennifer Raymond, M.S., R.D.

 

 

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