INGREDIENTS
2 delicata squash, halved and seeded
3 Tbsp butter, softened
1 Tbsp lime juice
1 tsp chile powder, or to taste
1/2 tsp lime zest (optional)
Sea salt and ground pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
Place the squash cut side down into a baking dish. Pour water into the dish to about 1/4 inch deep. Bake in preheated oven until the squash's flesh pierces easily with a fork, about 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, blend the butter with the lime juice and chile powder in a small bowl. Mix in the lime zest, if using. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon the butter mixture into the cooked squash, and serve immediately.
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Friday, March 4, 2011
It's Still Winter...
Spring is most certainly around the corner, but let's face it: it is officially still winter. And that means there is still winter squash to be eaten. Check out these great tips from AllRecipes.com on how to love winter squash right.
If you've never handled one of those thick-skinned winter squashes before, the idea of actually cooking with it can be a little intimidating. Many recipes call for pre-cooked squash. Learn how to make the most of the creamy flesh of winter squash.
If you've never handled one of those thick-skinned winter squashes before, the idea of actually cooking with it can be a little intimidating. Many recipes call for pre-cooked squash. Learn how to make the most of the creamy flesh of winter squash.
Baking Method
Cut smaller squash (like acorn squash) in half; scoop out the seeds. Place 2 teaspoons honey, brown sugar, or maple syrup and 1 tablespoon butter into their centers. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for about 30 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork.
Roasting Method
Cut in half and seed squash. Place the squash halves, cut-side up, on a rimmed baking sheet. Rub the flesh with softened butter or oil, season with salt and pepper and drizzle with brown sugar, maple syrup or orange juice. Flip the squash over and roast them for 40 to 45 minutes in a preheated 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) oven. Roast the squash until the skin is blistered, browned and the flesh tender. Insert a fork or knife under the skin to test that the flesh is tender. When the squash has cooled the skin should peel off easily.
Roasting squash helps to maintain squash's delicate flavor. Once roasted and cooled, there are a plethora of cooking options available. One option is to mash the squash and use it in any recipe calling for squash purée. Roasted squash freezes extremely well and reheats easily. Don't be afraid to roast several squash at once and freeze it for use anytime.
Roasting squash helps to maintain squash's delicate flavor. Once roasted and cooled, there are a plethora of cooking options available. One option is to mash the squash and use it in any recipe calling for squash purée. Roasted squash freezes extremely well and reheats easily. Don't be afraid to roast several squash at once and freeze it for use anytime.
Boiling Method
Cut the squash in half and discard the seeds. Peel and cut the squash into chunks. Place in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until the squash is tender. Let the chunks cool, then purée the flesh in a food processor or mash. To use the purée in pies, pass it through a strainer or sieve to remove any fibers or chunks.
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