CHEF JOHN'S BAKED ACORN SQUASH
I like how this tastes, but scoring the squash with a knife before baking really makes for a great presentation. It also allows the simple but delicious glaze to penetrate nice and deep.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Score the squash by making 1/4-inch deep slashes into the flesh of the squash. Place in baking dish. Brush with orange juice and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 30 min.
- Meanwhile, simmer butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a small skillet over medium heat until smooth and the sugar has dissolved, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the squash from the oven. Pour out any liquid that may have collected in the squash. Brush the glaze over each squash half. Return to the oven until tender, about 20 more minutes. Spoon any glaze that has collected at the bottom of the squash over the edges of the squash. Season with additional salt, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 10.3 mg, Sugar 15.4 g
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Inkabi Kamntungwa
[email protected]This recipe was a waste of time. The squash was hard and the topping was bland. I wouldn't make this again.
Donald praiz
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for my taste. I think I would have preferred a simpler recipe.
Juna Bk
[email protected]Not bad. I think I would have preferred a bit more salt. However, the squash was cooked perfectly.
Moumita jannat mou Mou
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland. I think I would have preferred a bit more flavor. However, the squash was cooked perfectly.
Qazzafi Khan
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a bit more spice. However, the squash was cooked perfectly.
Joseline Hughes
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook acorn squash and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The squash was cooked perfectly and the topping was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Carez
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover acorn squash. I love that it's so simple to make and that it can be served as a side dish or main course.
Marcel James
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The squash is always tender and flavorful, and the topping is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Ears4 NEWGOSSIP
[email protected]Chef John never disappoints! This recipe was easy to follow and the squash was cooked perfectly. I loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors.
Bridget Laxey
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The squash was hard and the topping was burnt. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong. I won't be making this again.
Khaksar Noorzi
[email protected]Meh. I wasn't impressed with this recipe. The squash was undercooked and the topping was too sweet. I wouldn't make this again.
James Camp
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra seasonings and it was much better. I think it would also be good with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.
Jannat Mirza
[email protected]Not bad. I think I would have preferred a bit more spice, but it was still a tasty dish. Overall, I'd recommend it.
Ian Chichester
[email protected]So easy and flavorful! I love the combination of sweet and savory. I'll be making this again for sure.
Anees Langah
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The acorn squash was roasted perfectly and the brown sugar and butter topping was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Tykeema williams
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of acorn squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The squash was delicious and the topping was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Afzal younas Afzal younas
[email protected]Chef John's baked acorn squash recipe is a keeper! The squash turned out so soft and sweet, and the brown sugar and butter topping was the perfect touch. Will definitely be making this again!
Nahurira Obv
[email protected]This acorn squash recipe is a fantastic and easy dish to make. The squash was perfectly tender and flavorful. I added a bit of extra salt and pepper to taste, and it was perfect!