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Roasted Spicy Maple Acorn Squash

Kelli @ Can Cook, Will Travel
This dish is gorgeous, goes with nearly every meal, is perfect for the holidays, and showcases the acorn squash so well. What's not to love?!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 4 servings
Calories 119 kcal

Ingredients
  

Squash Ingredients:

  • 1 Acorn Squash
  • 2 T. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 T. Maple Syrup
  • 1 t. Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 t. Red Pepper Flakes
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees, and then line a baking sheet with a Silpat or parchment paper. Slice the squash lengthwise, scoop out the insides with a large spoon, and then slice into 1/2-inch slices cross-wise.
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  • Toss the squash slices with the remaining ingredients (EVOO, maple syrup, garlic powder, pepper flakes, and salt and pepper), and then lay them in a single layer on a lined baking sheet.
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  • Bake the squash for 30 minutes or until it’s tender and the skin is tender. Then let it rest for 5 minutes and serve while still warm. Enjoy!

Notes

Quick Tip: For ease in cutting the squash, microwave for 30 seconds and then cut. Continue the process until you can get a sharp knife through the squash. You don't want to cook the squash by any means, but this will soften the squash just enough to help the knife cut through.