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Baked Squash with Honey - Butter Sauce Recipe

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Use any variety of winter squash you prefer; since it isn't necessary to peel the uncooked squash, this is a good way to use the lumpy, hard-to-peel varieties.

Baked Squash with Honey - Butter Sauce Recipe (+)

Directions

Cut squash in half and remove seeds and any "strings" around the seeds.
Microwave, cut side down, until easily pieced with a fork, about 10 minutes. (or bake in a 400 oven for 30 - 45 minutes). Time may vary, depending on type of squash used.
Scrape cooked pulp from rind and mash with a fork, adding salt and pepper to taste.
In a small microwavable bowl, mix butter, honey (and lemon juice if using). Heat until butter melts, about 30 seconds. Pour over squash and serve warm.

Container: microwavable dish

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Serving Description: about 1 cup

Servings: 4

Enter desired servings:

Ingredients

-		1 winter squash, medium size
-		3 tablespoons butter
-		1 tablespoon honey
-		1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
		salt and pepper to taste

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