LEMONY ACORN SLICES
I discovered this recipe a long time ago and have used it often, This preparation is a nice change from simple baked acorn squash. With the skins on the slices and lemon sauce drizzled over them, this side dish looks as good as it tastes. -Nell Fletcher, Sedalia, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut squash in half lengthwise; remove and discard the seeds and membrane. Cut each half widthwise into 1/2-in. slices; discard ends. Place slices in a large skillet. Add 1 cup water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan, combine sugar and remaining water. Cook over medium heat until sugar melts and syrup is golden, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; carefully add the lemon juice, butter, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over low heat until butter melts. Place squash on a serving plate; top with syrup. Garnish with lemon and mint if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Someleze Kibi
kibi_s40@yahoo.comThese are so easy to make, and they're a great way to use up leftover acorn squash.
Krishuv Lama
k_lama25@yahoo.comI love that these are made with whole wheat flour.
Binayak Chaudhary
b-c@hotmail.comThese are the perfect fall snack.
Seid Mohammed
mohammed@yahoo.comI love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.
dance Video
d_video@yahoo.comThese are so easy to make and they're always delicious.
Nathan Hobbs
h.nathan@yahoo.comI've made these several times now and they're always a hit.
Mohammad latif
mohammad30@aol.comThese are a great way to use up leftover acorn squash.
Adrian Pirita
pirita_adrian@gmail.comI love the way the lemon and thyme complement each other in this recipe.
Jeyraj Mall
m31@hotmail.co.ukThese are a great snack for parties or potlucks.
Dipen Mj
mj62@hotmail.comI made these for my kids and they loved them. They're a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.
mariam adam
a_m32@gmail.comThese are so easy to make, and they're a great way to use up leftover acorn squash.
Serah Ayomide
sayomide@yahoo.comI love that these are made with whole wheat flour. It gives them a great nutty flavor.
Antor Kumar Mahato
mahato.a@hotmail.comThese are the perfect fall snack. They're warm and comforting, and they're also healthy.
Wajeeha Shabbir
w_shabbir64@yahoo.comI've tried several different recipes for acorn squash slices, but this one is by far the best. The lemon and thyme give them such a unique flavor.
Inam Cake
i_cake19@hotmail.comThese are so easy to make and they're so delicious. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.
Sikandar 420
sikandar420@gmail.comI made these for my family and they were a huge success. Everyone went back for seconds.
Anna Port
port_anna@yahoo.comThese are the best acorn squash slices I've ever had. The lemon and thyme give them such a great flavor.
NASIM YT
nyt@hotmail.comI've made these several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.
Shahanaz Parbin
shahanaz@gmail.comThese were so good! I made them for a party and everyone loved them. They're the perfect sweet and savory snack.