Acorn Squash with Butter Pecan Sauce
Transform your fall table with the irresistible flavors of Acorn Squash with Butter Pecan Sauce—a recipe that combines cozy, caramelized goodness with a touch of rustic elegance. This dish features roasted acorn squash, its naturally sweet and tender flesh perfectly complemented by a luscious sauce made of melted butter, dark brown sugar, maple syrup, and a hint of cinnamon. Toasted pecans add a satisfying crunch, while a sprinkle of salt and pepper balances the sweetness for a harmonious flavor profile. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a total cook time under an hour, this easy-to-make side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners. Serve it warm for a comforting, crowd-pleasing addition to your seasonal menu!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole acorn squash
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.5 cup pecans
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds using a spoon.
Rub the cut sides of the squash with olive oil, and sprinkle lightly with salt and black pepper.
Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
Roast the squash in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the flesh is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
While the squash is roasting, prepare the butter pecan sauce. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt, and cook until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the pecans to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Once the squash is done, remove it from the oven and carefully flip the halves over so the cut sides are facing up.
Drizzle the warm butter pecan sauce generously over the squash halves.
Serve immediately and enjoy this comforting, caramelized dish as a side or a sweet treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.7 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.6 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 689 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 345.1 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 81.2 g | 290% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 874 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 7846 mg | 167% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
