Roasted Acorn Squash

Rings of acorn squash brushed with a maple syrup glaze

roast up tender and sweet with just a hint of spice. 

A pretty presentation and a good source of vitamin C.

Ingredients:

• 1 acorn squash
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Method:

1. Slice acorn squash into 3/4 inch rings. Using a sharp pairing knife remove seeds and membrane by running knife around circle.
2. Place rings on parchment lined baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in 400º oven for 10 minutes.
3. While roasting combine all other ingredients in a small bowl. 
4. Brush half of the glaze onto rings and roast another 10 minutes. Take out and turn rings over, brush with remaining glaze and roast another 15 minutes.