ASPARAGUS AND ACORN SQUASH RINGS

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Make and share this Asparagus and Acorn Squash Rings recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GrandmaIsCooking

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 asparagus spears
2 small acorn squash
1/4 cup clarified butter (see note)
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
6 tablespoons apple cider

Steps:

  • Trim thick asparagus ends; cut squash in half crosswise. Scoop out and discard squash seeds; slice squash into 1/4-inch rings.
  • In large pan on top of stove, carefully cook squash rings, then asparagus in boiling, salted water until tender, but not overcooked. Drain each vegetable as soon as it's tender.
  • Heat butter in medium skillet. Add sugar and walnuts. Stir over medium heat until sugar is light brown.
  • Deglaze pan with lemon juice, vingar and cider. Cook, stirring constantly, to reduce by half.
  • To serve, layer 3 acorn squash rings on each of 4 plates; put 4 asparagus spears thru acorn squash. Spoon sauce over.
  • NOTE: To make clarified butter, slowly melt stick of butter over very low heat. Let solids settle to bottom; use oil (clarified butter) from top and discard solids.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.5, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 17.2, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 7.9, Protein 5.6

Khan Hammad
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! It's a great side dish for any occasion.


Model Fk
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover asparagus and squash. It was easy to make and turned out great!


Jakes Beets
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I'm not a fan of roasted vegetables, but I loved this recipe! The asparagus and squash were perfectly roasted and the goat cheese added a delicious creaminess.


Nicholas Kioko
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I made this recipe vegan by using olive oil instead of butter and nutritional yeast instead of goat cheese. It was still very good!


Ahsan Siddiqui
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I'm allergic to goat cheese, so I used feta cheese instead. It was still delicious!


Ogunyale Itunu
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This recipe was too complicated and time-consuming. I wouldn't make it again.


Siraj Mengal
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The asparagus was a bit tough, but the squash and goat cheese were delicious.


Musa Bacha
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I would add some more seasoning next time.


Dantes John
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of asparagus, squash, and goat cheese.


chumun ganeshwar
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This was a delicious and healthy dish. The asparagus and squash were roasted perfectly and the goat cheese added a nice touch of flavor.


Ram Ashishchaudhary
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I loved this recipe! The squash and goat cheese were a great combination.


Aquila Thorne
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out so well! The asparagus and squash were roasted perfectly and the goat cheese added a delicious tang.


Gretchen Butler
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This was a great recipe! The asparagus and squash were roasted to perfection and the goat cheese added a delicious creaminess. I would definitely recommend this dish.


lilly teo
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I loved this recipe! The asparagus and squash were so flavorful and the goat cheese added a perfect finishing touch.


the logical answer
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This dish was delicious! The asparagus and squash were roasted perfectly and the goat cheese added a nice tang. I would definitely make this again.


Chukwu Emmanuel
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I love this recipe! The asparagus and squash are roasted until they are tender and slightly caramelized. The goat cheese adds a creamy richness that pairs perfectly with the roasted vegetables. I highly recommend this dish.


Devil Doc (G)
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I made this dish for my family and everyone loved it. The asparagus and squash were roasted to perfection and the goat cheese added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Hasan Hafneh
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The asparagus and squash were cooked perfectly and the goat cheese added a creamy richness. I would highly recommend this dish to anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish.


Nombulelo Mbili
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I'm not usually a fan of acorn squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The squash was roasted until it was caramelized and slightly sweet. Paired with the asparagus and goat cheese, it was a delicious and unique dish.


Zohaib Asghir
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The asparagus and acorn squash were perfectly roasted and the goat cheese added a delicious tang. I will definitely be making this again.