Honey Spiced Winter Squash Food

HONEY SPICED ACORN SQUASH

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the honey, butter, salt, cinnamon and ginger. Cut squash in half; discard the seeds. Fill squash halves with butter mixture. , Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Cover and bake at 375° for 1 hour or until squash is tender. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until filling is bubbly.,

ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH WITH HOT HONEY

Steps:

• Combine honey, vinegar, red pepper flakes, thyme, smoked paprika, and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature so flavors infuse, about 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Scrub delicata squash and pat dry. Cut into 1/2-inch rings. Scoop out seeds from the center of each ring. Toss rings with olive oil and arrange on the baking sheet. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
• Roast in the preheated oven, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Drizzle hot honey over squash.

HONEY-ROASTED SQUASH

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Cut squash in half, and remove seeds using an ice-cream scoop or large spoon. Arrange them cut side up on a baking sheet.
• In a small saucepan, heat the butter, honey, and thyme over medium heat until melted and thoroughly combined. Using a pastry brush, coat the squash with butter mixture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; roast for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden brown and tender.