Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 whole acorn squashes*
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter**
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 375F.
  • Wash each squash well, then dry with a towel.
  • Trim the top and bottom off, then cut each squash in half through the center.
  • Use a melon baller or spoon to remove the inner seeds and strings.
  • Lay each cut half on its flat side, and cut straight down toward the cutting board to make 1-inch thick slices.
  • In a small bowl, microwave together the maple syrup, butter, cinnamon, cloves, and salt for about 60 seconds, until the butter has melted. Stir well with a spoon.
  • Place the cut slices on a rimmed sheet pan in a single layer, then brush the maple butter onto both sides of each piece.
  • Roast for 25 minutes on the first side, then flip each slice over and bake for another 15-20 minutes, until caramelized and soft. Enjoy!