Nitrate & Nitrite Free Maple-Glazed Acorn Squash
Total time55 min
Prep time10 min
Cook time45 min
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4 servings
- 2 medium acorn squash (about 1 ½ lb each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
For the glaze
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Brush the cut sides of the squash halves with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, until the flesh is just tender when pierced through the skin with a paring knife.
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