Mango-Bacon-Butternut Squash Hash

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 large butternut squashes (approximately 2 pounds each)
• 1 pound of thin-sliced bacon
• 2 ripe mangoes
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh herbs of your choice (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Prepping: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 45 minutes
• Total: 1 hour 15 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Peel and cube the butternut squashes into small pieces.
3. Arrange the squash cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
4. While the squash is baking, fry the bacon in a large skillet until crispy. Remove excess fat and set the bacon aside.
5. Peel and slice the mangoes into small pieces.
6. In a large bowl, combine the cooked butternut squash, fried bacon, and mango pieces.
7. Add olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
8. Serve warm with fresh herbs as a garnish (optional).

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Each serving provides approximately 400 calories.
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 15g
• Fibre: 7g (based on average weight of ingredients)

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique flavor combination of sweet mango, salty bacon, and roasted butternut squash.
• A hearty dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish.
• Can be customized with different fresh herbs to add more flavor.

User Comments:

• "The combination of flavors was unique and delicious!"
• "My family loved this dish. It was a great way to use up leftover butternut squash."
• "I served this as a side dish for a brunch and it was a hit!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use ripe mangoes for the best flavor. If possible, choose organic produce to minimize pesticide exposure.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
• This dish can be easily customized by adding other ingredients such as chopped walnuts or almonds for a crunchy texture.