Acorn Squash For 2 Recipe

Ingredients for Acorn Squash For 2

• 1 medium acorn squash (about 1.5 lbs)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Dried Sage
• 2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• Jalapeno
• Orange Marmalade

How to Make Acorn Squash For 2

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Halve the acorn squash lengthwise and remove seeds.
3. Place acorn squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
4. Carefully flip the squash halves.
5. **Choose your topping and prepare:**
6. **Browned Butter Sage Topping:** Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Swirl frequently until browned (do not burn). Stir in 1 teaspoon of honey and 1/2 teaspoon of dried sage.
7. **Maple Bacon Topping:** Drizzle 1 tablespoon of maple syrup inside each squash half. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of crumbled cooked bacon.
8. **Ginger Marmalade & Jalapeño Topping:** Combine 3 tablespoons of ginger marmalade and 1/4 teaspoon of finely chopped jalapeño (or 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes) in a small saucepan. Heat gently until the marmalade melts and is warm.
9. Drizzle or spoon your chosen topping generously over the cooked squash halves.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!