Squash with Maple Syrup

How to make Squash with Maple Syrup Recipe - After Thanksgiving Day the squash rapidly loses quality and that's when New England cooks freeze a supply of it cooked and mashed.

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:
2 pounds hubbard squash or any yellow winter squash
Butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Maple syrup

Method:
Preheat oven to 300F (150C).

Cut squash into 4 equal pieces, removing seeds and stringy parts. Place in a casserole with a cover. Bake, covered, 2 hours or until soft.

Remove squash flesh from shell. Mash and season to taste with butter, salt, pepper and maple syrup.