Maple and Cinnamon Acorn Squash Recipe

Maple and Cinnamon Acorn Squash Recipe

  • 2 acorn squash, about 1 pounds each
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Butter (optional)
  • Maple syrup, brown sugar, or honey
  • Ground cinnamon, allspice, or mace
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Scrub the squash, place them on a baking sheet, and prick each one in several places with a sharp knife.
  3. Bake until tender, about 1 hour.
  4. Remove the squash from the oven, cut them in half (use a towel to hold them), and scoop out the seeds. Season each cavity with salt and pepper, butter if you wish, a teaspoon of the sweetener of your choice, and a sprinkling of spice.
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