Baked Squash & Turnips

(original recipe from “The Book Of Whole Meals” by Annemarie Colbin)

 2 small or 1 large butternut squash

1-2 teaspoons sesame oil

4-5 medium turnips

¼-1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1 bay leaf

 Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Cut squash into cubes.  Heat oil in skillet and sauté squash 3-5 minutes.  Cut turnips into chunks and add to squash, sautéing 3 minutes more.  Sprinkle with salt and place in oiled casserole dish.  Bake 30-40 minutes or till vegetables are tender.

 * Chopped leeks and zucchini are great additions to this dish.  Also, you can top with bread crumbs and dot with butter before baking.

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