Squash Puree With Olive Oil And Lime
| CATEGORY | CUISINE | TAG | YIELD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grains | February 19 | 1 | Servings | |
INGREDIENTS
| 3 1/2 | lb | Calabaza, available at |
| Hispanic markets | ||
| or butternut | ||
| squash peeled | ||
| seeded and cut | ||
| into 2-inch chunks | ||
| 1/4 | c | Olive oil, preferably |
| extra-virgin | ||
| 2 | T | Fresh lime juice, or to |
| taste up to | ||
| Freshly grated nutmeg to | ||
| taste |
INSTRUCTIONS
3 In a steamer set over boiling water steam the squash, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it is very tender. Reserve the steaming liquid and force the squash through a ricer or food mill set over a large bowl. Stir in the oil, the lime juice, and enough of the reserved steaming liquid to reach the desired consistency and season the squash puree with the nutmeg and salt and pepper. The squash puree may be made 3 days in advance, kept covered and chilled, and reheated, adding additional water as needed. Makes about 6 cups, serving 10 as part of a buffet. Gourmet February 1993 Converted by MC_Buster. Converted by MM_Buster v2.0l.
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Nutrition (calculated from recipe ingredients)
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Calories: 616
Calories From Fat: 486
Total Fat: 55g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 26.6mg
Potassium: 1315.2mg
Carbohydrates: 33.7g
Fiber: 6.4g
Sugar: 10.4g
Protein: 4.7g