December 15, 2010
Roasted Chipotle Acorn Squash
Roasted Chipotle Acorn Squash
Serves 4-6
Ingredients
2 acorn squash (1-11/2 pounds each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground chipotle chile
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
Method of Preparation
Preheat oven to 400°F
Cut the acorn squash in half lengthwise. Then cut each half crosswise into 3/4 inch thick slices.
Remove and discard the seeds from the squash pieces. Transfer the squash to a baking sheet.
Mix olive oil, garlic, ground chipotle, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour the mixture over the squash pieces and toss to coat.
Roast for 20 minutes, or until squash is tender.
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