Monday, November 22, 2010

thankful butternut squash, lentils & goat cheese


with thanksgiving right around the corner everyone is starting to think of things they are thankful for. i'm thankful for my family, friends, pups & health...just to name a few.  i'm also thankful for this butternut squash, lentils & goat cheese side dish i plan on introducing to my family this thanksgiving supper. it's healthy, delicious and super easy. the perfect side dish..among your side dishes this thanksgiving day feast. 

what ya need:

1 butternut squash
1 cup lentils
1 cup goat cheese
olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
salt

soak 1 cup of lentils in water for 10 minutes. 


place your butternut squash on a cutting board, peel and de.seed. then cut into cubes and season with paprika, cumin and salt. place into a 400 degree oven for 10-15 minutes.


once your lentils are finished soaking and your squash is in the oven, cook your lentils in boiling salted water for 20 minutes.  rinse, then drain and cool.


flip the squash on opposite side and allow to cook for another 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.


in a large mixing bowl combine squash, lentils and goat cheese. mix well and plate. add a sprinkle of goat cheese on top for garnish. ENJOY!!


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