Maple-Glazed Acorn Squash Rings

These attractive rings complement ham, rotisserie chicken, and even sautéed tofu.

Yield: 2 servings (serving size: 2 squash rings)

Ingredients

• 1  medium acorn squash (about 1 1/2 pounds)
• 2  tablespoons  maple syrup
• 1  tablespoon  bourbon
• 2  teaspoons  butter, melted
• 1/4  teaspoon  salt
• 1/8  teaspoon  ground nutmeg

Preparation

Cut squash crosswise into 4 (1-inch-thick) slices; remove seeds. Place squash slices on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with plastic wrap; vent. Microwave at HIGH 6 minutes or until tender.

Preheat broiler.

Place squash on a baking sheet. Combine syrup and remaining ingredients. Brush syrup mixture over squash. Broil 3 minutes or until bubbly. Drizzle with remaining syrup mixture.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

239 (16% from fat)

Fat:

4.3g (sat 2.5g,mono 1.1g,poly 0.3g)

Protein:

2.8g

Carbohydrate:

48.8g

Fiber:

4.1g

Cholesterol:

10mg

Iron:

2.3mg

Sodium:

344mg

Calcium:

127mg