How to Bake Acorn Squash

Here's a quick, simple way to enjoy sweet and buttery squash !

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• 1 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• Baking pan

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Use a paring knife to score the insides of each half several times. Add 1/4 inch of water to the bottom of the baking pan.
3. Coat the inside of the two halves of squash with 1/2 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Place each half into the baking pan, flesh side UP.
4. Bake squash for 1 to 1 1/2 hour until squash is soft and tops are browned. Spoon sauce which has not been absorbed over exposed areas. Slice and enjoy!