Butternut Squash Puree With Orange, Ginger, And Hon

Name: Butternut Squash Puree With Orange, Ginger, And Honey Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick vegetable oil spray as needed; 5 lb butternut squash - (abt 2 very large) each lengthwise halved, and then seeded; 1/4 c. butter - (1/2 stick); 2 Tbsp. frzn orange juice concentrate thawed; 2 Tbsp. honey; 2 Tbsp. chopped peeled fresh ginger; 1 tsp grated orange peel; 1 tsp grated lemon peel; 3/4 tsp grnd cinnamon; 1/2 tsp grnd allspice - (scant) Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
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Spray large baking sheet with nonstick spray.
3
Place squash, cut-side down, on prepared sheet.
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Bake till squash are very tender when pierced with fork, about 50 min.
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Cold slightly.
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Scoop out pulp from squash and place in processor.
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Using on/off turns, puree pulp till smooth.
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Transfer squash puree to bowl.
9
Combine butter, orange juice concentrate, honey, ginger, and orange peel in heavy small saucepan.
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Boil till mix is reduced to 1/3 c., about 3 min.
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Stir mix into squash puree.
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Fold in lemon peel, cinnamon, and allspice.
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Season generously with salt and pepper.
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(Can be made 1 day ahead.
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Cover and chill.
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Rewarm over medium-low heat, stirring often, or possibly cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high till heated through, about 5 min.)
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Transfer to bowl and serve.
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This recipe yields 8 servings.
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Comments: Garnish with orange slices, if you like.

4209

kcal

Calories

472

Fat

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Nonstick vegetable oil spray as needed, 5 lb butternut squash - (abt 2 very large) each lengthwise halved, and then seeded, 1/4 c. butter - (1/2 stick), 2 Tbsp. frzn orange juice concentrate thawed, and more.

Yes, Butternut Squash Puree With Orange, Ginger, And Honey Recipe falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Butternut Squash Puree With Orange, Ginger, And Honey Recipe

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