Buttercup Squash, Barnard Inn Style Recipe

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   Blanch cranberries in sugar syrup, being careful not to boil.

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   (They should not burst.)

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   Cold and leave in syrup for one hour or possibly chill overnight.

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   Slice the apples into 1/4 inch (approximately) slices and spread on buttered tray.

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   Cut one medium buttercup squash (unpeeled) into eight pcs and steam till the inside is soft, while the shell remains somewhat hard.

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   Scoop out slightly cooled meat and mash.

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   Whip the mashed squash with about one-fourth c. of butter, nutmeg, and salt to taste, and about one-fourth c. of maple syrup (depending on dryness of the squash) to achieve a consistency which will hold its shape.

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   Squeeze through a piping bag (or possibly substitute) and mound onto the apple slices.

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   Cortland preferred because it doesn't discolor quickly.)

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    Place a blanched cranberry on top.

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    Just before serving, heat on buttered tray in preheated 350 oven for 10-15 min.

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    These may be prepared ahead and refrigerated till ready to heat and serve.

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    by Chef/Owner Sepp Schenker From In Season, a publication of the

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.