This easy baked acorn squash is perfect for fall.
Always a favorite at our Thanksgiving table is baked acorn squash.
They’re so easy!
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How to Shop for Acorn Squash
Acorn squash are winter squash.
When shopping for them, choose squash that feel heavy and have blemish-free and mold-free skin.
They should also not have any soft spots but should be quite firm.
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They’re a great source of iron, vitamin A (from all that beta-carotene filled orange flesh!
), vitamin C, and riboflavin.
Wrap each piece individually in foil and store in the refrigerator.
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Reheat in the foil at 400F until just heated through.
The foil will help the squash retain its moisture while reheating.
Place the squash halves cut side up in a roasting pan.
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Rub 1/2 tablespoon butter into the insides of each half.
Sprinkle with a little salt if you are using unsalted butter.
Crumble 1 tablespoon brown sugar into the center of each half and drizzle with 1 teaspoon maple syrup.
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It’s hard to overcook squash, it just gets better with more caramelization.
Don’t undercook it.
When done, remove the squash halves from the oven.
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Spoon any buttery sugar sauce that has not already been absorbed by the squash over the exposed areas.
Let cool for a bit before serving.
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