Baked Butternut Squash and Apples

A delicious wintertime side dish.

Ingredients

2 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into bite size pieces

5 medium sized Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4 inch pieces

1 cup dried currants

3/4 cup GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

1/4 cup butter, cut into pieces

1 1/2 Tablespoons lemon juice

nutmeg

Honey Tips

Honey Flavors and Colors

Honey has different flavors and colors, depending on the location and kinds of flowers the bees visit. Climatic conditions of the area also influence its flavor and color.

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°.
Cook squash in a pot of boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain well. Combine squash, apples, and currants in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish.
In a small saucepan, heat honey, butter, and lemon juice. Whisk until butter is melted. Pour honey mixture over squash. Sprinkle nutmeg over top. Bake uncovered for 1 hour.
Serves: 8-10.