winter squash and pumpkins are filled with beta-carotene.

Ingredients

- 1 large winter squash (acorn, butternut)
- water

Preparation
· Wash the outside of the squash.
· Bake whole in a 180o C (350o F) oven for about 1 1/2 hours.
· Or, in the microwave, cut squash in half and remove seeds. Place cut side down in a shallow glass dish. Cover. Cook at high power 12-16 minutes or until tender.
· Put the flesh into the blender with 60 ml (1/4 cup) of water. Puree.
· Pour into ice-cube trays and freeze.
Yield: 1 ice-cube tray full or more, depending on the size of the squash.
Storage life: 6 months