Squash with Apples

 

1

small butternut or buttercup squash (about 1 lb)

1/2

cup apple cider or water

2

small apples, peeled, cubed

2

tablespoons sugar

1

tablespoon no-trans-fat margarine or butter, if desired

1/2

teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4

teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 1 Peel squash with vegetable peeler. Cut squash in half; remove seeds and fibers. Cut squash into 1/2-inch cubes.
• 2 In 1 1/2-quart microwavable casserole, place squash and cider. Cover; microwave on High 5 to 7 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking, until squash is tender.
• 3 Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover; microwave on High 2 to 3 minutes longer, stirring once halfway through cooking, until squash and apples are very tender. Serve immediately. If desired, mash before serving.