Instructions: Place squash on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels. Let stand 15 minutes, pressing down occasionally to remove moisture; set aside.

Combine flour and next 6 ingredients in a large bowl; stir well. Add squash; stir well, and make a well in center of mixture. Combine molasses and next 4 ingredients in a bowl; stir well. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.

Pour batter into a 9- x 5- x 3-inch loafpan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350 deg for 55 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes on a wire rack; remove from pan, and cool completely on a wire rack.

Yield: 18 servings (serving size: 1 [1/2-inch]

slice).

Serving Ideas : Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

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