Recently, I had the privilege of leading a discussion on cooking with winter squash – butternut and acorn, in particular. I demonstrated a recipe that is rich in vitamin A and C, as well as being a good source of fiber and deliciousness! The recipe is a delightful accompaniment to any meal, but especially appropriate for Thanksgiving. Enjoy this recipe at your Thanksgiving meal, and from our staff to you, have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Butternut Squash Casserole
Ingredients:
1 butternut squash (about 2 pounds)
2 apples, cored and chopped
½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
¼ cup reduced calorie margarine
1 tablespoon flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon allspice
Directions:
1) Peel squash, scoop out seeds, and cut in small pieces.
2) Place squash and apples chunks in oblong baking dish (9 X 13)
3) Blend remaining ingredients with a fork until crumbly. Distribute over squash and apples.
4) Cover and bake at 350°F for 45 to 50 minutes.
Makes 8 to 10 servings. Nutrition facts: 119 calories, 24.8 grams carbohydrates, 1.4 grams protein, 2 grams fiber
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The Master Wellness Volunteer program allows those who have a passion about health and wellness to share that passion with others via worksite wellness programs, community events, and more. Obtain knowledge and skills to live a healthier lifestyle and encourage others to do the same. Receive 40 hours of training and give back 40 hours of service!
The Master Wellness Volunteer training is for community leaders, school/community nurses or teachers, community health workers, retirees, college students, worksite wellness coordinators, YOU! Session topics will include: overview of the Master Wellness Volunteer program, nutrition and weight management, health and wellness, food safety, physical activity, and much more.
The 2018 dates for the Master Wellness Volunteer training are: January 23, face-to-face; January 30, February 6, February 13 – online self-paced study; and February 28, face-to-face. For those who prefer all classes to be face-to-face, that option will also be available. All face-to-face sessions will from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, 1200 W. Houston, Sulphur Springs (next door to the Southwest Dairy Museum).
Registration is on-going until January 15, 2018 at http://agrilife.org/mwv. There is a $75 fee. College students only pay $25. For more information, contact our office at 903-885-3443. Currently, Hopkins County has 10 trained volunteers who have contributed more than 925 hours in 2017. We have a great group, and we’d love to have YOU!
Closing Thought
No one stands as tall as the one who stoops to help a child.
Johanna Hicks
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Family & Consumer Sciences
1200-B W. Houston
P.O.Box 518
Sulphur springs, TX 75483
903-885-3443 – phone
903-439-4909 – Fax
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