Lemony Acorn Squash Recipes

LEMONY ACORN SQUASH

Steps:

• Wash the squash; cut in half lengthwise; remove and discard the seeds and membrane.
• Cut each half crosswise into 1/2 inch slices, discarding ends.
• Place slices in a large skillet.
• Add 1 cup water; bring to boil.
• Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until or until tender.
• Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and remaining 2 tablespoons water.
• Cook over medium heat until sugar melts and syrup is golden, stirring occasionally.
• Remove from heat; carefully add lemon juice (it will sizzle), butter, salt and pepper.
• Cook and stir over low heat until butter melts.
• Place, squash on a serving plate and top with syrup.

ACORN SQUASH WITH LEMON HONEY JELLY, TEX-MEX STYLE

Steps:

• 1. Cut squash in half--Don't remove the seeds or the membrane. Bake face-up in a preheated 425 oven for 45 minutes.
• 2. Remove, let cool. Remove seeds and membrane. Melt butter in microwave. Drizzle over squash halves.
• 3. Melt the Lemon Honey Jam in the microwave and spoon over squash halves.
• 4. NOTE: I got the Tex-Mex Sweet Salt as a gift for Christmas. It's a great mix of cinnamon, with cayenne, orange peel, sea salt, ginger, cloves and more. It's wonderful with anything a little sweet (like squash). Get yours at Star Dragonfly Herb Company https://www.facebook.com/StarDragonflyHerbCompany/
• 5. Sprinkle about a tablespoon or more over the squash halves. Return to the oven to bake at 375 for another 25-30 minutes.