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Maple Pecan Roasted Acorn Squash
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.