Joanne Roasted Acorn Squash

Got this recipe and a nice acorn squash from my trainer - had never bought one. It was outstanding!!  

Ingredients

1 acorn squash, cut in half lengthwise

1 Tb. Coconut oil

1 Tb. Raw honey

1/2 tsp. sea salt (optional)

1/4 c. Walnuts, lightly toasted

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 deg. F

2. Place squash cut side down on a rimmed baking sheet or shallow baking dish.

3. Add 1/4" water to the baking dish. 

4. Bake for 45 minutes or until peel is soft to touch.

5. Remove from oven and carefully turn over. Remove squash from peel and add coconut oil, honey, and sea salt. 

6. Top with toasted walnuts to serve.

7. To cook squash in microwave, place squash flesh side down in a microwave dish. Add 1/2" of water and microwave 8-12 minutes. Check often, as each microwave will vary on cooking time. 

8. Optionally top dish with dried fruit, other nuts, and cinnamon.