Autumn Casserole

Amount 

Measure 

Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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large 

sweet potatoes -- peeled and cubed

large 

butternut squash -- peeled and cubed

tablespoons 

butter

teaspoon 

ginger root -- finely minced

1/4 

cup 

sherry

1/2 

cup 

brown sugar -- packed

teaspoon 

cinnamon

tablespoon 

water

tablespoon 

cornstarch

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Melt butter in small sauce pan. Add brown sugar, ginger, sherry and cinnamon. Heat until sugar has melted.

Mix corn starch with water. Add to sauce. Bring to a boil and cook stirring constantly until sauce thickens.

Put cubed potatoes and squash in 2 quart casserole dish. Pour sauce over and mix well.

Cover and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

Makes 8 servings.

Per Serving: 247 Calories; 6g Fat (21.2% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 48g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 16mg Cholesterol; 77mg Sodium. Exchanges: 2 Grain (Starch); 0 Vegetable; 1 Fat; 1 Other Carbohydrates.

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