BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH WHOLE GRAINS

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Fresh thyme really shines in this hearty slow-cooked side dish featuring tender butternut squash, nutritious whole grain pilaf and vitamin-packed baby spinach. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 4h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup uncooked whole grain brown and red rice blend
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup water
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients. Stir in broth., Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until grains are tender. Stir in spinach before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Elizabeth Jackson
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I will definitely be making this dish again!


Khumar Halak
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


EmmaLeigh McCracken
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious butternut squash dish.


walugeme Edawrd
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Overall, this dish was a good starting point. With a few tweaks, it could be a great recipe.


Thulani Edgar
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would use less chili powder next time.


Sb Akash
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would use less maple syrup next time.


Neelam Tamang
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I found that the quinoa was a bit too dry. I added some extra broth to the dish to make it more moist.


A.S. Wild
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices to give it more flavor.


Dahlia Stoddart
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I added some chopped walnuts to the dish for extra crunch. It was a great addition.


Promise Banda
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I made this dish with farro instead of quinoa. It was equally delicious!


Chubb city
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I found that the squash took a bit longer to roast than the recipe stated. Otherwise, the dish turned out great.


Abdisalam madar
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a flavorful and satisfying meal.


Rao Rabi
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I love the way the roasted squash pairs with the nutty flavor of the quinoa. This dish is a great vegetarian option.


Lincoln Poe
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Missam Raza
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I made this dish for a dinner party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Ojok Sam
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This butternut squash dish was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the squash was roasted to perfection.