I want everyone to reap the benefits of this bright orange vegetable, rich in vitamin A essential for eye and skin health. Packed with potassium necessary for muscle contraction, regulation of fluid and mineral balance as well as maintaining blood pressure, you get a real bang for your buck! Pumpkin is also loaded with fiber, something we all need more of to prevent diseases such as diverticulosis and colon cancer.
If pancakes don’t tickle your fancy, try a Pumpkin Cheesecake Smoothie! With 12 grams of protein, only 210 calories and 1 gram of fat, this tops the list for a lean breakfast treat that satisfies the whole family!
Savory Butternut Squash & Caramelized Onion Tart
2020-02-27 19:41:24
Serves 2
A rustic and savory tart that will impress anyone and everyone
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash, peeled, de-seeded and cubed
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 Tbsp margarine
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp cayenne, optional
- 3/4 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
- 1 1/2 tsp fresh sage, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, roughly chopped
- 1 prepared frozen pie crust, thawed
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Toss butternut cubes with olive oil and 1 tsp salt.
- Roast squash on a large baking sheet for 30 minutes or until pieces are fork-tender. Try not to overlap squash. Set aside to cool slightly.
Caramelize onions
- Melt margarine in a large skillet over low heat. Spread onions evenly over pan surface with 1/2 tsp salt and sugar, stirring ocassionally until onions are soft and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Stir in cayenne, if using.
- Increase temperature of oven to 400 degrees F.
- Combine roasted squash, caramelized onions, cheese and herbs together in a bowl.
Assemble tart
- Roll prepared and thawed dough onto a lightly oiled baking sheet or round pizza stone. Spread combined ingredients over the dough, leaving approximately a 1 inch border. Fold the border over the squash mixture, pinching the edges. Leave the center uncovered.
- Bake tart until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to stand for 5 minutes, then cut the tart into wedges. Serve.
Notes
- Tart may also be served at room temperature, making it an excellent party appetizer or pot luck dish
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Adapted from The Smitten Kitchen
Adapted from The Smitten Kitchen
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