Maple Mashed Squash with Candied Pecans Recipe

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Maple Mashed Squash with Candied Pecans
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Directions:

  1. Microwave squash on HIGH 2 minutes to soften. Cut in half. Peel squash; remove and discard seeds. Cut squash into 1 squares.
  2. Cook squash in water in a large Dutch oven 30 minutes or until tender; drain.
  3. Combine squash, 3 tablespoons butter, 3 tablespoons syrup, maple flavoring, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl; mash with a potato masher until smooth.
  4. Cook pecans, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, remaining 1/4 cup maple syrup, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium skillet over medium-low heat 7 minutes or until syrup caramelizes and pecans begin to brown; cool in a single layer on a plate.
  5. Sprinkle pecans over squash. Serve warm.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 347.54 Kcal (1455 kJ)
Calories from fat 264 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 29.33g 45%
Cholesterol 19.65mg 7%
Sodium 374.35mg 16%
Potassium 364.24mg 8%
Total Carbs 22.7g 8%
Sugars 14.22g 57%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g 15%
Protein 3.74g 7%
Vitamin C 12.2mg 20%
Vitamin A 0.7mg 22%
Iron 1.5mg 8%
Calcium 68.7mg 7%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 303.53 Kcal (1271 kJ)
Calories from fat 230.57 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 25.62g 45%
Cholesterol 17.16mg 7%
Sodium 326.94mg 16%
Potassium 318.12mg 8%
Total Carbs 19.83g 8%
Sugars 12.42g 57%
Dietary Fiber 3.31g 15%
Protein 3.27g 7%
Vitamin C 10.7mg 20%
Vitamin A 0.6mg 22%
Iron 1.3mg 8%
Calcium 60mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.6
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

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