Roasted Acorn Squash Brown Sugar (Print Version)
Acorn squash baked with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until golden and tender. Perfect autumn treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 acorn squash, halved lengthwise
→ Flavorings
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2 tablespoons whipped butter
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Brown sugar, to taste
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Ground cinnamon, a pinch
→ Liquids
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60 ml water
# Instructions:
01 -
Set oven temperature to 175°C and allow to fully preheat.
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Place acorn squash halves cut side up. Spread ½ tablespoon whipped butter over each cut surface. Sprinkle each half liberally with brown sugar and dust lightly with ground cinnamon.
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Place prepared squash halves into a baking dish, cut side up. Pour 60 ml of water into the base of the pan to prevent sticking and provide moisture.
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Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes.
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Remove foil and continue to bake uncovered for a further 10 minutes until the squash is fork-tender and caramelised on the edges.
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Remove squash from oven, allow to rest for a few minutes, then serve warm.
# Notes:
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For more caramelisation, place under a hot grill for 2 extra minutes after the final bake.