Butternut Squash with Onions and Pecans Recipe

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Butternut Squash with Onions and Pecans
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Directions:

  1. Place pecans on an ungreased baking sheet.
  2. Toast at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5-8 minutes .
  3. Peel the squash, and remove the seeds.
  4. Cut into 1/2 inch cubes.
  5. There will be about 6 cups squash.
  6. Melt butter or margarine in a heavy large skillet over low heat.
  7. Add onion and saute until very tender, about 15 minutes.
  8. Add squash and toss to coat.
  9. Cover.
  10. Cook until squash is tender but still holds it shape, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes.
  11. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  12. Can be prepared 4 hours ahead.
  13. Let stand at room temperature.
  14. Rewarm over medium heat before continuing.
  15. Stir in half of the pecans and half of the parsley.
  16. Transfer mixture to bowl.
  17. Sprinkle with remaining pecans and parsley.
  18. Serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 313.57 Kcal (1313 kJ)
Calories from fat 235.92 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26.21g 40%
Cholesterol 11.45mg 4%
Sodium 7.53mg 0%
Potassium 610.91mg 13%
Total Carbs 21.22g 7%
Sugars 4.5g 18%
Dietary Fiber 5.63g 23%
Protein 4.52g 9%
Vitamin C 30.3mg 50%
Vitamin A 1.3mg 44%
Iron 2.2mg 12%
Calcium 90.1mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 171.71 Kcal (719 kJ)
Calories from fat 129.18 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.35g 40%
Cholesterol 6.27mg 4%
Sodium 4.12mg 0%
Potassium 334.52mg 13%
Total Carbs 11.62g 7%
Sugars 2.46g 18%
Dietary Fiber 3.08g 23%
Protein 2.47g 9%
Vitamin C 16.6mg 50%
Vitamin A 0.7mg 44%
Iron 1.2mg 12%
Calcium 49.3mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 7.7
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • sodium free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

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