New England Butternut Squash

By jobustitch

Ingredients

• Ingredients
• 1 medium butternut squash
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Preparation

Step 1

Directions
Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place cut side down in a microwave-safe dish; add 1/2 in. of water. Cover and microwave on high for 15-20 minutes or until very tender; drain.
When cool enough to handle, scoop out pulp and mash. Stir in the butter, syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg. Yield: 5 servings.
Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.