Name: Mashed Acorn Squash with Maple Syrup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 acorn squash, about 3 lb (1.5 kg); 2 tablespoons (30 ml) maple syrup; 3 tablespoons (45 ml) butter; A pinch ground ginger; Salt and pepper

Ingredients

1 acorn squash, about 3 lb (1.5 kg)
2 tablespoons (30 ml) maple syrup
3 tablespoons (45 ml) butter
A pinch ground ginger
Salt and pepper

Preparation

With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a work surface, cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Season with salt and pepper. Place on the sheet, cut side down, and cook for 1 hour or until the squash is tender with the tip of a knife. Let cool.
Remove the flesh with a spoon. In a food processor, purée the squash with the remaining ingredients until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Note from Ricardo

Serve with Honey and Citrus Rack of Lamb, Maple Syrup Glazed Pork Tenderloins, Maple Grilled Chicken or a veal, beef or lamb roast.

Mashed Acorn Squash with Maple Syrup

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Note from Ricardo

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