Golden butternut squash sprinkled with Parmesan and breadcrumbs makes a superb side dish we love to share. Using the microwave cuts way down on long roasting time.
—JACKIE O’CALLAGHAN WEST LAFAYETTE, IN
START TO FINISH: 25 MIN. • MAKES: 8 SERVINGS
1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup panko (Japanese) bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1. Place squash and water in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, covered, on high 15-17 minutes or until tender; drain.
2. Preheat broiler. Transfer squash to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Toss bread crumbs with cheese, salt and pepper; sprinkle over squash. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 1-2 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.
Per 3/4 cup: 112 cal., 2g fat (1g sat. fat), 4mg chol., 168mg sod., 23g carb. (5g sugars, 6g fiber), 4g pro.
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch.