Bourbon Acorn Squash

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 12

A savory and sweet recipe for Bourbon Acorn Squash

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 large acorn squash , halved , seeded
	2 tablespoons brown sugar
	1 tablespoon butter
	1/4 cup Bourbon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

28g

Fat

Bourbon Acorn Squash is a savory and sweet side dish that is perfect for fall. The squash is halved, filled with brown sugar, butter, and bourbon, and then baked in the oven until tender. Acorn squash is a type of winter squash that has a hard, green outer shell and a yellow-orange flesh that is slightly sweet and nutty in flavor. It is a popular ingredient in many fall recipes, as it is in season from September to December. Serve this dish alongside your favorite main course, or enjoy it as a light lunch or snack.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Scoop out seeds and strings from the squash halves.
3.	On each half, add a tablespoon of brown sugar and 1/2 tablespoon of butter.
4.	Drizzle each half with 1/8 cup bourbon.
5.	Place the squash halves in a baking dish, cut-side up.
6.	Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until the flesh is tender.

PROS

Bourbon Acorn Squash is a simple and easy recipe to prepare.

The combination of brown sugar and bourbon gives the squash a unique and delicious flavor.

Acorn squash is high in vitamins A and C, making this dish a healthy side option.

CONS

This dish can be on the sweet side, which may not be to everyone’s taste.

The use of butter and brown sugar in the recipe means that it is not suitable for those on a low-fat or low-sugar diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Acorn squash is packed with vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A and C, potassium, and magnesium.
These nutrients are essential for maintaining a healthy immune system and preventing chronic diseases.
The combination of brown sugar and bourbon adds a touch of sweetness to the dish, without using highly processed sugars.