Roasted Delicata Squash Rings Food

ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH

Steps:

• Place squash halves cut side down on a cutting board. Slice into 3/8-inch slices. Transfer slices to a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil; add salt and cayenne pepper. Toss to coat squash with oil.
• Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
• Arrange squash pieces in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Place in preheated oven until bottom of slices is browned and squash is tender, 12 to 18 minutes.

ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450°F.
• Lightly spray 2 large nonstick baking sheets with oil.
• Wash the squash under the cold water tap to remove any soil particles, pat dry.
• With a sharp knife, trim 1/4-inch off the ends of each squash and cut across into 1-inch slices/rings.
• Using a serrated knife, grapefruit spoon or paring knife scrape around the inside of each ring, removing the seeds and membranes.
• Add the slices to a large bowl or a closable plastic bag and drizzle olive oil over them making sure each slice is coated with the oil.
• Lay the slices flat on the prepared baking sheets and bake in the center of the oven until you see light caramelizing around the bottom edges, about 15-18 minutes, flip the slices and roast another 5-6 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving plate, garnish with the salt flakes, chopped parsley and rosemary sprigs.

SPICY ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out and reserve the seeds in a small bowl. Cut the squash into 1-inch half-moons and place into a large bowl.
• Thinly slice 1 of the jalapenos and place in a small bowl with the white balsamic, making sure the vinegar covers the peppers completely. Set aside to pickle while the squash cooks.
• Meanwhile, thinly slice the remaining jalapeno and transfer to a small skillet with 1/4 cup of the olive oil and 1 teaspoon of the harissa. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the peppers are shimmering and starting to lighten in color in the center and the seeds are turning golden brown, about 5 minutes. Strain the oil into the large bowl with the squash and add the remaining 2 teaspoons harissa, 1 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper. Use tongs (the oil will be hot) to toss everything together. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake until a butter knife can be inserted easily into the squash and removed, about 30 minutes.
• While the squash is cooking, toss the seeds with the pumpkin pie spice, cayenne pepper, remaining 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake until light golden and crispy, 7 to 8 minutes.
• Transfer the squash to a serving platter. Drain the jalapenos and sprinkle over top along with the feta cheese and roasted seeds.

DELICATA BAKED SQUASH RINGS

Steps:

• 1. Pre-heat oven to 425F Wash & slice squash, into 1/2 to 3/4 inch slices. Cut out center with the seeds.
• 2. Put slices on a cookie sheet, (I line mine with foil) Do not let them touch each other.
• 3. Brush on the mixed, olive oil & butter. Turn and brush again. Salt & pepper, and thyme...if wanted. Bake for 20 minutes. Turn once after 10 minutes. When ready to serve stack up onto a plate....like a leaning tower !...The skin on delicata can be eaten.

GRILLED DELICATA SQUASH

Steps:

• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
• Wash and dry each squash and place on a cutting board. With a sharp knife, slice off the stem end and slice each squash in half, lengthwise. Using a spoon, remove the seeds and membranes. Slice across each squash half to create 1/2-inch pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
• Combine melted butter, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl. Stir to combine, and pour over squash pieces. Stir squash in the butter mixture until coated.
• Place squash pieces directly on the preheated grill grates and grill 4 to 5 minutes, per side. Move squash away from flare-ups. When grill marks appear and squash is fork-tender, remove from heat and place in a mixing bowl.
• Pour maple syrup over the squash pieces and stir to coat. Place on a serving dish and garnish with feta cheese crumbles, if desired.