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Honey-Glazed Acorn Squash with Creamy Goat Cheese and Cranberry Drizzle

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Golden roasted acorn squash glazed with honey, topped with creamy goat cheese, and finished with a tart cranberry drizzle. A festive, flavorful dish perfect for holidays or elegant dinners.

Ingredients

  • Acorn Squash: 2 medium, sliced into 1-inch wedges – Naturally sweet and nutty when roasted.
  • Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons – Helps caramelize the squash and crisp the edges.
  • Honey: ¼ cup – Adds shine and enhances the squash’s sweetness.
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon – Balances flavors and brings out the squash’s natural taste.
  • Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon – Adds subtle warmth and contrast.
  • Goat Cheese: 4 ounces (115g), softened – Brings creamy tanginess to the dish.
  • Fresh Cranberries: 1 cup – Reduced into a tart drizzle for balance.
  • Sugar: 2 tablespoons – Softens cranberry tartness.
  • Orange Juice: ¼ cup – Adds citrus brightness to the cranberry sauce.
  • Fresh Herbs (thyme or rosemary): 1 tablespoon – Infuses fragrance into the dish.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Toss squash wedges with olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, and herbs until coated.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Spread squash evenly on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between slices.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and orange juice. Simmer over medium heat until cranberries burst and sauce thickens (10–12 minutes). Strain for a smooth drizzle if desired.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Remove roasted squash from oven and arrange on a serving platter.
  6. Finishing Touches: Dollop softened goat cheese over warm squash. Drizzle with cranberry sauce.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with extra herbs and serve warm as a show-stopping side or vegetarian main.

Notes

  • Cut squash evenly for consistent roasting.
  • Taste cranberry sauce and adjust sweetness if needed.
  • Serve squash warm so goat cheese melts slightly.
  • Use parchment to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.

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