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Maple Pecan Roasted Acorn Squash
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
45
minutes
minutes
Total Time
55
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
250
A delicious fall-inspired dish featuring tender acorn squash topped with sweet maple syrup and toasted pecans.
Ingredients
Main
2
pieces
acorn squash, cut in half and scooped/seeded
2
tablespoons
butter
4
tablespoons
maple syrup
(or brown sugar or honey)
1/4
cup
pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped
(optional)
Instructions
Place squash halves on a baking sheet, divide butter and syrup into the scooped holes.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 40-50 minutes, basting with the syrup mixture.
Sprinkle toasted pecans on top and serve with a spoon.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg before baking.
Calories:
250
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
Acorn Squash