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roasted acorn squash with sage cream sauce in baking dish

Acorn Squash with Sage-Cream Sauce

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Acorn squash with  sage-cream sauce is the perfect comforting side dish to any fall or winter meal.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 166
Author Annalise Sandberg

Ingredients

  • 2 medium acorn squash , cut in half and seeds removed
  • Salt and pepper , to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage , chopped
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
  • 4 cloves of garlic
  • ¼ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Place squash halves in a 9x13-inch baking dish cut side up. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and chopped sage. Pour the chicken or vegetable stock into the baking dish and scatter garlic around the squash. Cover with foil and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
  • Remove squash from oven and place top rack about 8 inches from broiler. Preheat broiler on high.
  • Transfer garlic to a small bowl and mash with a fork. Add heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of the liquid from the baking dish. Pour over the acorn squash . Broil until golden, about 3-4 minutes. Serve immediately.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Martha's American Food.

Nutrition

Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 834mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1010IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 2mg