Classic Honey Glazed Acorn Squash
Enjoy this classic recipe for honey-glazed acorn squash, a perfect blend of sweet and savory. The squash is roasted to tender perfection with a delicious honey, olive oil, and herb glaze.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Spoon
- Basting brush
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Acorn Squash (about 1.5-2 lbs each), firm and unblemished
- 1/4 cup Honey a good quality honey will make a difference
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried thyme
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Carefully cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and stringy bits.
- Place squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Glazing and Roasting
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme to create the glaze.
- Brush half of the glaze generously over the cut surfaces of the squash. Flip the squash cut-side down onto the baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, until the squash softens and edges are lightly browned.
- Flip the squash cut-side up and brush with the remaining glaze.
- Continue roasting for another 15-20 minutes until very tender and the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
Serving
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Cooking time may vary based on squash size; monitor closely for desired tenderness and caramelization. You can add a pinch of cayenne for a subtle kick to the glaze.