ACORN SQUASH RINGS

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I love to fix acorn squash this way. It's pretty and impressive to serve, a tasty combination of fruit and vegetable and my favorite side dish when I make meat loaf. My husband, who was a "meat and potatoes" man when we were married, requests this dish often.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large acorn squash (about 1-1/2 pounds each)
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 medium onion, quartered and sliced
1 large Golden Delicious apple, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large Red Delicious apple, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 banana, sliced
1 orange, sectioned and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 to 1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped toasted almonds

Steps:

  • Cut ends from squash. Slice each squash widthwise into four rings; remove seeds. Place rings on a greased foil-lined baking pan. In a small saucepan, bring 2 tablespoons butter and syrup to a boil. Brush each ring with syrup mixture. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake another 10-15 minutes, basting with syrup mixture. , In a skillet, saute onion in remaining butter. Add apples and cook until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in banana, orange and seasonings; heat through. Place rings on serving platter; fill centers with apple mixture. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts :

Omar Ruiz
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These acorn squash rings were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were so delicious and everyone at my dinner party loved them.


Shehryar khan
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I'm not a big fan of acorn squash, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The rings were delicious and I loved the crispy coating. I will definitely be making these again.


Anukwu Blessing
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These rings were delicious! I loved the crispy coating and the cheesy filling. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Abdiaziiz Ziyech
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I made these rings for my family and they loved them. They were a great way to get them to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making them again.


Samir Mohamed
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This recipe was easy to follow and the rings turned out great. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Riyasa Riyasa
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I made these rings for a potluck and they were a hit! They were easy to make and everyone loved the unique flavor. I will definitely be making them again.


Qamrush Ishrat
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These acorn squash rings were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were so delicious and everyone at my dinner party loved them.


Umer Niyazi
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I'm not a big fan of acorn squash, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The rings were delicious and I loved the crispy coating. I will definitely be making these again.


Baberali Aliali
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I made these rings for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. The recipe was easy to follow and the rings turned out perfectly.


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These rings were delicious! I loved the crispy coating and the cheesy filling. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


JeremyMindset
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I made these rings for my family and they loved them. They were a great way to get them to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making them again.


Srfl Chu
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This recipe was easy to follow and the rings turned out great. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Elizabeth nabayunzi
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I made these rings for a potluck and they were a hit! They were easy to make and everyone loved the unique flavor. I will definitely be making them again.


Hamid Muneeb
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These acorn squash rings were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were so delicious and everyone at my dinner party loved them.


gulab Ali
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I'm not a big fan of acorn squash, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The rings were delicious and I loved the crispy coating. I will definitely be making these again.


Christina Gatten
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I made these acorn squash rings for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. The recipe was easy to follow and the rings turned out perfectly.


Mdabulkalammdkalam Mdkalam
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This was an excellent recipe! The acorn squash rings were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The filling was flavorful and cheesy. I will definitely be making this dish again.