Michael Lomonaco's Maple Glazed Acorn Squash

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This squash recipe was suggested by Michael Lomonaco to serve with hos Roast Loin of Pork serving size is half a squash per person. Please note we did not cut them in sixths as suggested but rather halved them
For the Maple Glazed Acorn Squash: Preheat oven to 350°F. Wash outer skin of acorn squash, cut through from top to bottom and split each acorn squash into 6 pieces, place cut side down on baking sheet with a little water on the bottom, place into hot oven and bake till tender when pierced, about 35 minutes. Remove and cool slightly.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
    1/2 cup Maple Syrup
    4 tablespoons Pine Nuts
    1/2 cup Raisins
    2-3 Cinnamon Sticks
    In a small saucepan heat butter, syrup, pine nuts, raisins and cinnamon over low heat to combine.
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    Turn cooled squash over onto the skin side, drizzle with maple syrup glaze and return to the oven for 10 minutes to caramelize. Remove and serve hot.


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