How to Make Sweet and Yummy Mashed Acorn Squash - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the leaves begin to change and the air becomes cooler, it's the perfect time to enjoy comforting and hearty dishes that warm the soul. One vegetable that comes into season during the fall months is the acorn squash, with its sweet and nutty flavor. If you're looking for a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy this seasonal favorite, then look no further than this recipe for Sweet and Yummy Mashed Acorn Squash. This dish is easy to make, packed with flavor, and makes for a perfect side dish...

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Ingredients

  • 2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 pinch brown sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place acorn squash, cut-side down, on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Flip squash and sprinkle cinnamon into the center and dot with butter. Continue baking until flesh can be easily pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes more.
  • Scoop flesh into a bowl and mix in brown sugar until evenly combined.
  • Nutrition

    203 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 1252mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 89mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 873mg