Roast Acorn Squash, Roasted Acorn Squash Recipe, How to Roast Acorn Squash, by Jan Charles on YouTube. 3 min 33 s.
- Video length
- 3 min 33 s
- Time to do it
- 1 hour 15 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 7
What you need
Steps
Heat the oven to 400 F. Cut the acorn squash in half lengthwise on a stable cutting board, then scoop out the seeds and stringy pulp with a spoon.
Score the cut flesh in a crosshatch pattern, going about 1/4 inch deep. This helps the butter and honey sink into the squash.
Place the halves cut side up in a baking dish. Put about 1 teaspoon of butter in each cavity.
Drizzle about 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup into each half. Add a small pinch of cinnamon to each one.
Pour 1/4 to 1/2 cup of water into the bottom of the baking dish, keeping it out of the squash cavities. The water helps steam the squash as it roasts.
Bake for 60 to 75 minutes, until a fork slides easily into the flesh. Check after 45 minutes and lay foil over the tops if they are browning too fast.
Let the squash rest for 5 minutes. Spoon the pan juices over the halves and serve hot.
Tips and common mistakes
Use a sharp knife and cut on a stable board, since raw acorn squash can be hard to split safely.
Do not undercook the squash. The flesh should be very tender, not firm, before you take it out of the oven.
Roast the seeds like pumpkin seeds instead of throwing them away.
For a vegan version, use maple syrup and olive oil instead of honey and butter.
Questions
Do I need to peel acorn squash before roasting?
No. The skin softens in the oven and can be eaten, though many people scoop out the flesh and leave the skin behind.
How do I know when the acorn squash is done?
A fork should slide into the flesh with little resistance. This usually takes 60 to 75 minutes at 400 F, depending on the size of the squash.
Can I use brown sugar instead of honey?
Yes. Pack a teaspoon or two into each cavity, but keep the cinnamon and butter for the same candied flavor.
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