Roasted Acorn Squash

Recipe 16: Oven Roasted Acorn Squash

2 servings 

Ingredients:

1 acorn squash

1 tablespoon cinnamon

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons brown sugar

Dash of salt

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400. Cut Acorn squash in half. The easiest way l have found to do this is by standing the squash on its stem for balance. Remove seeds. Lightly salt both halves and add a dusting of cinnamon. In a small bowl, melt butter and add brown sugar. Brush the mixture over the squash. Bake for 1 hour.

What will you gain by eating this meal? (sources http://www.webmd.com   and    www.livestrong.com) and “99  Superfoods” by Carrie May

Acorn Squash: one serving of acorn squash contains 145% vitamin A. It is rich in Vitamin C, Folate, Potassium, manganese, and beta carotene. Deficiency in Potassium can result in low blood sugar, poor brain function, anxiety, stress, muscle weakness, and stroke. Vitamin A helps maintain mucus membranes, bones, and has the ability to fight cancer.  Vitamin A deficiency can lower your ability to fight infections.

Cinnamon: contains Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Calcium, Manganese, and Iron. Vitamin C boosts the immune system and helps improve skin elasticity. Vitamin K supports proper brain function, bone health and also has anti inflammatory properties.  Manganese is being researched for its ability to help with conditions such as osteoporosis, arthritis and diabetes.