I know what you're probably thinking. I could have used this recipe a few weeks ago for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. Well, it's actually not late, it's just super early for next year. You're welcome.It's rare I enjoy a recipe for its looks more so than its taste. Don't get me wrong, I like how this tastes, but scoring the squash with a knife before baking really makes for a great presentation. It also allows the simple, but delicious glaze to penetrate nice and deep.
I'm not sure why I don't eat more squash. It's so nutritious, or at least that's what I'm led to believe, and I'm way too busy to search for evidence to the contrary. It also serves double-duty as a vegetable and a starch. This recipe, or something extremely close will be in the cookbook, so if you try it, let me know what you think. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
2 acorn squash
2 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice
1 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons maple syrup
salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
pinch of cayenne
24 comments:
Could you substitute butternut squash instead of acorn squash? I have never seen that here in Australia.
I am so going to try this.
Save the seeds! They are delicious when soaked in brine, toasted, and tossed with ground chipotle pepper and salt.
yes, but cooking time will change depending on the size.
So pretty!I'll try the score next time I bake acorn squash!
Chef John ! Can you show us how properly prepare: Cajun Prime Ribeye ? I've eaten this dish at a restaurant and they've taken it off the menu ! I've attempted many times to do it myself, but I can't seem to get it right. The top glaze on it was perfectly cajun-y and slightly crisp while the center was tender. Something like that and my cooking terms aren't that great, but thanks in advance if you decide to do a how-to vid !
Also posted it on your yt video, but if I was a blogger, I wouldn't check yt comments (:
I'm going to try this tonight, but with butternut squash because I already have one! YUM! Hmmm, now what to pair it with? =/
I never watch food videos but I googled a recipe today and found you. I made your chicken breasts with Herbes de Provence and mushroom sauce and thought it was out of this world. Love your blog and love that you're spreading the food love for free.
I'm an amateur foodie and blogger and just wanted to say hello and thank you. I'd be delighted for you to stop by my neighborhood sometime.
thanks!
Yum, all my favorite flavors!
You never cease to amaze me. I have been growing a lot since I met you. This year I have resolved to eat in moderation, more veggies, less meat. With this, I will actually enjoy my squash. OMG, you are soooo good! Its summer here, will use butternut or pumpkin. Thanx, u are the best!
Thanks for the simulation at the end Chef John! You're the best. :)
looks delicious chef john! i have just been nuts about squash lately - i really love the natural flavor and texture of kabocha squash but there aren't many recipes online for this! any good recommendations for a healthy dish using kabocha? :) thanks :)
try the red curry recipe i did with the butternut for the kabocha
mm thanks! looks delicious ;) i will definitely give it a try.
making the maple acorn squash tomorrow night! :)
mm thanks! looks delicious ;) i will definitely give it a try.
making the maple acorn squash tomorrow night! :)
I'm not a big squash person, but I'd definitely give this a try!
This was Awesome!!!
I absolutely loved this recipe! Great video.
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ButterYum
whats is a cayanne pepper?
Ground hot red pepper
Do you serve an entire half per person? I'd hate to destroy the beauty of the preparation.
Yes, half per!
Looks fabulous! Here in Ohio we pretty much live on squash in the winter. Never occurred to me to score it though! I will definitely try this!
thank you so much Chef John!
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