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Acorn Squash With Filberts Or Pecans Recipe

This recipe will change your mind about acorn squash! Sweet and savory, this roasted acorn squash is brimming with a rich brown sugar and orange zest butter sauce, studded with crunchy toasted filberts or pecans. Easy to make and unbelievably delicious – perfect for a cozy fall dinner or Thanksgiving side dish.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 95 mins
Calories 267.1 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Acorn Squash With Filberts Or Pecans

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How to Make Acorn Squash With Filberts Or Pecans

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds and stringy pulp.
  3. In a medium bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter with 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar using a fork until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the zest of 1 orange.
  5. Beat in 2 tablespoons orange juice. Fold in 1/2 cup toasted filberts or pecans.
  6. Pour 1/2 inch of water into a large baking dish.
  7. Arrange the squash halves cut-side up in the baking dish.
  8. Evenly divide the butter mixture among the squash cavities.
  9. Cover the baking dish with a lid or foil.
  10. Bake for 40 minutes.
  11. Uncover, spread some of the sauce from the bottom of the pan over the squash, and continue baking uncovered for an additional 40 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the edges are slightly browned.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

27g

Carbs

11g

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