Acorn Squash And Sweet Potato Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash And Sweet Potato Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lrg onion minced, 1 C; 11/2 lb Sweet Potatoes peeled and cubed; (about 5 C); 1 sm acorn squash quartered, seeded,; pared (about 4 C); 133/4 ounce Chicken Broth vegetarian; 4 Tbsp. Skim lowfat milk to 6 Tablespoons; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp White Pepper; 1/4 c. Nonfat Lowfat sour cream optional; Grnd Nutmeg optional

Servings: persons

1
Saute/fry onion in broth or possibly water in lg.
2
saucepan over med.
3
heat till onion is translucent/soft, about 6 minutes.
4
Add in potatoes, squash and broth.
5
Simmer, covered, till veggies are tender, about 25 minutes.
6
Cold slightly.
7
Working in batches, place the veggies with their liquid in food processor.
8
Whirl till pureed.
9
Return the puree to the saucepan.
10
Stir in the nonfat lowfat milk for desired consistency.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Heat over low heat.
13
Top each serving with dollop of nonfat lowfat sour cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
14
NOTES : Recipe adjusted to lower the fat content.

995

kcal

Calories

Fat

133

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lrg onion minced, 1 C, 11/2 lb Sweet Potatoes peeled and cubed, (about 5 C), 1 sm acorn squash quartered, seeded,, and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash And Sweet Potato Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!