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Maple Glazed Acorn Squash Rings

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Sweet and smoky maple glazed acorn squash rings roasted to tender perfection, making an easy and flavorful Thanksgiving side dish with a cozy fall twist.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium acorn squash, cleaned and sliced into ½-inch rings
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh chopped parsley or thyme for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Slice the acorn squash crosswise into ½-inch thick rings, removing seeds and stringy bits but keeping the skin on.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together ¼ cup pure maple syrup, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper until smooth and glossy.
  4. Place the squash rings on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Coat evenly using hands or a brush.
  5. Brush the maple glaze generously onto both sides of each squash ring.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Carefully flip each ring, brush with more glaze, and roast for an additional 15 minutes.
  7. Check for doneness: the squash should be tender but hold its shape with golden, slightly crisp edges. Optionally broil for 1-2 minutes for extra caramelization, watching closely to avoid burning.
  8. Let the rings cool for a few minutes on a wire rack. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or thyme if desired and serve warm.

Notes

If maple syrup is too thick, warm it slightly to make glazing easier. Flip rings carefully with a thin spatula to keep them intact. For a vegan option, substitute butter with coconut oil or dairy-free margarine. Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra caramelization but watch closely to avoid burning. Use olive oil to help crisp edges and prevent steaming. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: maple glazed acorn squash, roasted acorn squash, Thanksgiving side dish, fall recipes, easy vegetable side, maple syrup glaze

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