Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 Acorn squash
  • 1 Tbsp Butter
  • 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Maple Syrup
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Using a sharp, sturdy chef's knife, carefully cut the acorn squash in half, from tip to stem.
  • Use a melon baller or spoon to remove the inner seeds and strings.until the inside is smooth.
  • Take a sharp paring knife and score the insides of the acorn squash halves in a cross-hatch pattern, about a half-inch deep cuts.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Place the squash halves cut side up in a roasting pan. Whisk together melted butter, Maple Syrup, and brown sugar in a small bowl.
  • Rub of butter mixture into the insides of each half. sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake at 400°F (205°C) for about an hour, until the tops of the squash halves, are nicely browned, and the squash flesh is very soft and cooked through.
  • When done, remove the squash halves from the oven and let them cool for a bit before serving. Enjoy!