Acorn Squash With Glaze Recipe

Acorn squash is a winter squash and perfect in the fall when its colors echo seasonal foliage. It can be orange, buff (said to have more of a concentrated flavor), dark green, or a combination. Baked acorn squash makes a delicious side dish for any family meal, and it's special enough for a holiday dinner. One reason we like to bake acorn squash halves or quarters is that there's no need to peel it. Peeling is difficult, not only because the skin is very hard, but also because of the ridges running up and down the squash. After baking, the tender squash easily separates from the peel. In this recipe, its smooth and sweet flesh is brushed with a mixture of butter, brown sugar, and marmalade. Plan on one-half acorn squash for each person if the squash are small to medium in size. If the squash are quite large, one will probably be enough for four people. This might just become your new holiday side dish.