This Maple Butternut Squash Bake is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat oven to 350 °F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
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In 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, place squash and enough water to cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until tender; drain. Stir in syrup, softened butter, milk and salt. Mash with potato masher or electric mixer until smooth. Spoon mixture into casserole.
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In medium bowl, mix granola, brown sugar, pecans and melted butter. Sprinkle over squash mixture.
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Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated and topping is golden brown.
Why this Maple Butternut Squash Bake works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Maple Butternut Squash Bake that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Maple Butternut Squash Bake recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.
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