Always a favorite at our Thanksgiving table is baked acorn squash. They're so easy! The hardest part is cutting the squash in half—you need a sharp sturdy knife and a strong, steady hand. But then all you have to do is scoop out the seeds, score the inside, dot with butter and brown sugar or maple syrup, and bake. To eat you can cut them in wedges, or keep them in halves and scoop out the flesh with a spoon. How to Shop for Acorn SquashAcorn 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. They should be dark green and may have a patch of yellow or orange where they were on the ground before picking. Like other winter squash, the whole acorn squash store very well in the cold months, just keep them cool and dry; they'll last a month or more. They're a great source of iron, vitamin A (from all that beta-carotene filled orange flesh!), vitamin C, and riboflavin. Eliezer MartinezHow to Cut Acorn SquashLike most winter squashes, acorn squashes are dense and can be challenging to cut. Here are some tips to help:
Video: How to Bake Acorn SquashHow to Make Baked Acorn SquashMake Ahead Tips for Acorn SquashBake the full squash recipe up to 2 days ahead of time. Wrap each piece individually in foil and store in the refrigerator. Reheat in the foil at 400°F until just heated through. The foil will help the squash retain its moisture while reheating. Try This Method With Other Winter SquashOther winter squashes would work with this method, too. Try these varieties of squash baked in the same way (you may need to quarter large squash).
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Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. In cases where multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included. What goes best with acorn squash?What Goes Well With Acorn Squash?. Herbs & Spices: rosemary, sage, thyme, bay leaf, tarragon, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger.. Sweet: maple syrup, honey, brown sugar.. Savoury: sausage, bacon, poultry, pecans, walnuts, rice, pasta, baked beans.. What meat goes with acorn squash?Pork. Since acorn squash has a mild sweetness, it makes a great side dish to any type of meat, pork included. So go ahead and bake some breaded pork chops for a simple yet hearty dinner. You could even pair your squash with another fall produce – apples – to make a great side to roasted pork tenderloin.
How long do you cook acorn squash for?Directions. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place acorn squash halves cut-side down onto a cookie sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until flesh begins to soften, about 30 to 45 minutes.
How do I cook acorn squash Martha Stewart?Directions. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Generously butter a rimmed baking sheet.. Halve squash crosswise. Scoop out seeds; discard. Slice a small piece off bottom of each squash half just enough to level.. Set squash halves, scooped sides down, on prepared sheet. Bake until golden, 20 to 25 minutes.. |