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“Kindness can transform someone's dark moment with a blaze of light. You'll never know how much your caring matters. Make a difference for another today.”
—Amy Leigh Mercree

RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS-Check with a neighbor who might need an errand run before the holidays.

Veggies often are an undervalued Thanksgiving side. We all know the beloved green bean casserole will be a staple. But look beyond for some options.

THANKSGIVING SIDES

Roasted Butternut Squash with Apples, Orzo and Spinach

Cook's Notes:

As a timesaver look for precut squash in the produce. If taking the salad to someone's house add the dressing right before serving. Recipe adapted from twopeasandtheirpod Recipe serves 4-6

Ingredients:

1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 large apple, diced in chunks
1 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup uncooked orzo
5 oz. spinach
4 oz crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese
1/2 cup pepitas
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chopped red onion

For the dressing:

1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons of pure maple syrup or honey. divided
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the diced squash and apple chunks in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon maple syrup. Toss until well coated. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange the mixture in one layer on a baking sheet, Roast for 25 or until the squash is tender, turning once with a spatula.
While the squash is roasting, cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drain well.
Pour the cooked orzo into a large bowl. Add the roasted butternut squash, apples, spinach, goat cheese, pepitas, and dried cranberries.
In a blender or jar, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, remaining maple syrup (or honey), mustard, garlic, remaining cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.