Stewed Butternut Squash with Apples and Smoked Bacon

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and diced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 1/2 cups small diced onions
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 (2 pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeds removed and diced
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 strips thick-cut smoked bacon, diced
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt