Maple-Roasted Acorn Squash

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Source: Cooking Light

Serves 9 people

Categories: Cooking Light, Side Dish, Squash

Ingredients

  • 6 (1 lb) acorn squash
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Cut each squash in half lengthwise.

  2. Discard seeds and membranes.

  3. Cut each half crosswise into 1-inch thick slices; peel.

  4. In a large bowl, mix together the syrup, oil, salt, and pepper; stir well.

  5. Add squash; toss to coat.

  6. Put squash in a 13×9 inch baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray.

  7. Bake in a 425° oven for 25 minutes or until tender, stirring every 10 minutes.

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