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Butternut Squash Bread
Butternut Squash Bread is a moist and delicious quick bread with just the right amount of sweetness. I love to make quick bread in the fall to enjoy as an afternoon pickup, or if I can manage to save some leftovers, then I can enjoy with my morning coffee. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, ground 1/2 teaspoon cloves, ground 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground 1/2 teaspoon allspice, ground 1/4 teaspoon ginger, ground 1 cup butternut squash puree 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 large eggs beaten 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans (or your favorite nuts), chopped and toasted Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Generously grease a 9×5-inch loaf pans. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg,…
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Black Bean Butternut Squash Stew
Black bean with sweet butternut squash and collard greens make this healthy stew so hearty and comforting! Ingredients 2 tablespoon coconut oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1/2 medium red, green, yellow bell peppers, diced 3 cloves, garlic, minced 2 green onions, chopped 2 cups of white potatoes 3 cups butternut squash, peeled, and cut into 1/2 inch cubes 2 (15-ounce) can black beans,, drained and rinsed 1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning 2 sprigs thyme 2 cup coconut milk 2 cup chicken broth 1 chicken bouillon 1 cup kale or spinach, chopped (optional) 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pinch of allspice (optional) Instructions Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell peppers cook and cook until onions are soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and spring…
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NOBODY BETTER LAY A FINGER ON MY BUTTERNUT SQUASH
By: Just Minnie Butternut squash is one of the most common varieties of winter squash. It also offers a good supply of vitamin A, potassium, and fiber. Contrary to the name, winter squash is grown in the summer and harvested in the fall. Its thick, tough exterior and firm flesh make it suitable for storing over several months. This means it can be eaten during the winter season. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Nutrient Database, one cup of cooked, cubed butternut squash, containing around 205 grams, contains: 82 calories 1.8 grams (g) of protein 0.18 g of fat 21.50 g of carbohydrate, including 4 g of sugar and…