Roasted Acorn Squash with Apple Pie Spices
The perfect Thanksgiving recipe will contain the wonderful flavors and the spices of the season. Here's a recipe that has both! Roasted acorn squash and apple pie spices is a great recipe for the holiday meal.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
1. Fall flavors in every bite: Roasted acorn squash with apple pie spices captures the essence of autumn with its warm and comforting flavors. The combination of sweet squash with a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves will transport your taste buds to a cozy fall day.
2. Easy to make: This recipe is incredibly simple to prepare, making it perfect for busy holiday gatherings. Just roast the squash, sprinkle on the spices, and you're ready to go! You can even prep the squash ahead of time to save even more time on Thanksgiving day.
3. Health benefits: Acorn squash is a nutrient-packed vegetable that is high in vitamins A and C, as well as fiber. By incorporating this dish into your Thanksgiving spread, you'll be adding a healthy and delicious option to balance out the other indulgent dishes on the table.
4. Crowd-pleaser: Whether you have picky eaters or adventurous foodies at your Thanksgiving gathering, everyone will love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweet and savory profile appeals to a wide range of palates, making it a surefire hit with your guests.
5. Versatile dish: While this recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving, it can also be enjoyed throughout the fall and winter months as a side dish or even a main course. Feel free to experiment with different spice combinations or add toppings like toasted nuts or cranberries to customize the dish to your liking.
Ingredients
- 1 acorn squash, cut into quarters and seeded
- 4 teaspoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons coconut sugar
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the squash into quarters removing the seeds.
- In a small baking pan, place the squash, skin side down in the pan and fill the pan with 1 cup of water.
- Top each piece of squash with a sprinkling of spices, salt, pepper and coconut sugar.
- Top with 1 tsp of oil on each piece and roast in a 350 degrees F oven for 30-40 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
- Baste with any remaining juices that formed in the pan and serve alongside your favorite Thanksgiving Day Turkey.
