Nothing says Fall more than apples and squashes, and here the two come together in a sweet, nutty, totally awesome way. I love acorn squash cooked this way and hope you do too.
Cut 2 acorn squash lengthwise and scoop out the fibers and seeds. Into each half put 1t butter and 1t maple syrup. Fit into a baking dish and bake uncovered for 30 minutes. While it bakes, peel and dice a large apple. Add 2T melted butter, 2T packed brown sugar, 1/2t cinnamon, and 2T finely chopped pecans. Mix well. Spoon this mixture evenly into squash halves. Bake 30 more minutes until tender.
Oh happy day! All the delightful flavors of Fall rolled into one happy recipe! These are a really delightful side to any meat you choose. A-mazing!
I am in my early 50's, happily retired from almost 30 years as an R.N. For the first time, I can devote all my time to my husband, family, and home. My 4 year old granddaughter Nataly said the best thing about Grammy is her treats and eats, and that gave me the idea for this blog. I have spent a lot of time researching recipes on line and in cookbooks. I also became fascinated with the science side of cooking, enabling me to really understand why certain steps are absolutely necessary and what is achieved by doing them properly. Now that I know so much more about that, I am able to create wonderful recipes of my own.
I am married, and have six grown sons and five grandchildren, 2 girls and 3 boys. I live with my husband Doc and 94 year old mother in law Mabel. The three of us take care of each other! I love being a wife, mother, daughter, and Grammy. I love taking care of my family and my home. I LOVE cooking!
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