Maple Butternut Squash

Easy and tasty recipe that I crave during the holiday season. Makes the kitchen smell wonderful. Great served along roasted chicken or smoked pork chops.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  medium  butternut squash
• 1  cup maple syrup
• 2  tablespoons golden raisins
• 1  tablespoon butter, melted
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground allspice

Directions

1. Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out and discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in microwave safe dish and 1/2 inch water and microwave 12-14 minutes or until crisp tender.
2. Meanwhile in a small bowl combine syrup, raisins, butter, cardamom and allspice; set aside.
3. When squash in cool enough to handle remove rind and cut in 1 inch pieces. Place squash in a 13 by 9 inch baking dish that was coated with non-stick spray. Drizzle with maple syrup mixture.
4. Cover with foil and bake @ 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake and additional 10-15 minutes longer until tender.