Roasted Acorn Squash with Cranberries, Goat Cheese and Balsamic Glaze
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Recipe type: Vegetable Side
 
Ingredients
  • 1 acorn squash (~3 lb)
  • 1½ tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup dried cranberries (lower sugar if you can find)
  • 1½ to 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar, reduced to ~1 tablespoon
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Meanwhile, microwave whole acorn squash for ~4 minutes so that its easier to cut. Slice off top and bottom. Cut in half lengthwise and then slice into ½-3/4 inch slices. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil. Place squash slices. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper and rosemary. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until tender (will depend on how long you microwaved).
  2. When squash comes out of oven let it cool for a few minutes. Top with dried cranberries, crumbled goat cheese and balsamic glaze.
Notes
If you are not paying attention, the balsamic dressing will reduce down to nothing so set a timer. I would start with 5 minutes, then a few minutes at a time and keep checking!
Recipe by Nutritious Eats at https://www.nutritiouseats.com/roasted-acorn-squash-cranberries-goat-cheese-balsamic-glaze/