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Acorn Squash Roasted With Applesauce Recipe

This incredibly simple yet flavorful roasted acorn squash recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Inspired by renowned chef Michael Smith, this recipe features tender acorn squash perfectly complemented by sweet and tart applesauce. A fantastic autumnal side dish or vegetarian main course, ready in under 70 minutes.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 251 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 3.8 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Acorn Squash Roasted With Applesauce

  • 1 medium acorn squash
  • cooking spray, for greasing
  • 1 cup (160g) applesauce
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) water

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How to Make Acorn Squash Roasted With Applesauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut one medium acorn squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out and discard the seeds and stringy pulp.
  3. Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
  4. Place the acorn squash halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish.
  5. In each squash half, place 1 tablespoon (14g) of butter, then sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper.
  6. Fill each squash half with 1/2 cup (120ml) of applesauce. Dot the top with the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and sprinkle with another 1/4 teaspoon salt and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper.
  7. Pour 1/2 cup (120ml) of water into the bottom of the baking dish.
  8. Roast on the middle rack of the oven for approximately 60-70 minutes, or until the squash is tender and golden brown, and the edges are caramelized.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

24g

Carbs

16g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Sweets & Sides Side Dishes The Americas American Healthy Vegetarian Gluten Free Fall Recipes

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For 1 Or 2 Side Dishes Vegetables Canadian Easy Beginner Cook Dinner Party Holiday Event Vegetarian Dietary Squash Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less