Recipe: Citrus Squash with Maple Sauce

CITRUS SQUASH WITH MAPLE SAUCE

2 medium acorn squash
1/4 cup unsweetened orange juice
1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
FOR THE MAPLE SAUCE:
1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 tablespoon reduced calorie maple syrup
1 tablespoon margarine
1 teaspoon lemon peel, grated

Preheat oven in 350 degree F. Grease a baking dish.

Wash squash and cut it in half. Remove seeds and pulp. Cut each half crosswise into 1/2-inch slices, arrange the slices in prepared baking dish.

Pour the orange and apple juices over the squash. Cover

Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.

PREPARE THE MAPLE SAUCE:
Combine the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan and bring the sauce mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.

Drizzle the sauce over the squash and bake uncovered for 15 to 20 additional minutes, basting occasionally.

Servings: 6 (three slices each serving)
Source: University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service