Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 2 acorn squash
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Thoroughly wash the squash and use a sturdy, sharp knife to cut them in half, lengthwise. Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds and strings. Cut each piece in half again.
  • Place the quartered squash cut side down (peel side up) in a large baking dish and add about 1-inch of water. Cover with foil and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the squash pierces easily with a sharp knife.
  • Remove from oven and increase oven temperature to 450 degrees F. Drain off most of the water from the baking pan, leaving just a small amount. Flip the pieces of squash over, flesh side up. Season each piece with a small amount of salt and drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with brown sugar and just a dusting of cinnamon. Return to the oven, uncovered, and allow to roast for an additional 15 minutes.
  • If you'd like a more caramelized surface, set your oven BROIL for a minute or two at the end of the cooking time. Watch closely so it does not burn.