We can never get
enough of butternut squash... it is like one of those veggies that I save for special occasions rather than just making recipes with it constantly.
As you will have noticed by the
amount of butternut squash recipes I have posted over the past two months, I really like this particular autumn food.
I'm coming to terms with the fact that this will likely be my last bite
of butternut squash for awhile, which makes me a little sad.
For any recipe that calls for a butternut squash that's between roughly 2 to 3 pounds, I'll use about 2 cups
of butternut squash puree.
The yellow - orange
color of butternut squash is a sign that it's high in beta carotene, which is converted to Vitamin A in the body.
I especially like the fiber content
of butternut squash which, for me, is very important since fiber affects how the body breaks down sugar.
This satisfying
dish of butternut squash stuffed with whole grain (or gluten - free) bread, wild rice, and onions makes a handsome centerpiece for the holiday meal.
One cup
of butternut squash contains almost 7 grams of fiber, which can help prevent constipation and maintain a healthy digestive tract by supporting healthy bacteria in the gut.