- 3 small acorn squash (about 3 pounds), scrubbed, cut into 1/2 ” wedges 1/2 bunch thyme
- 1/2 bunch thyme
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil or unsalted butter
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 12 dates, pitted, quartered
- Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss squash, thyme, garlic, olive oil, and coconut oil in a large baking dish; season with kosher salt and pepper. Roast, tossing occasionally, until just tender, 40-45 minutes. Add dates; toss to coat. Roast until squash are very tender and dates are soft, 12-15 minutes.
- Arrange squash, dates, garlic, and thyme on a platter, spoon any oil in dish over squash, and sprinkle with sea salt.