Hooray for the magic of Fall as it has arrived here in New England! I feel so fortunate to be able to experience such beauty! The trees are all in full glory of reds, yellows, oranges and golds. And at least once every day this past week I have seen and heard flocks of geese flying south for their winter homes. All signs of the crisp and warm season of Fall that has gently settled into our lives for the next couple of months.
In my effort to embrace and welcome Autumn I choose a lovely recipe of Apple Acorn Squash to share you today. I discovered this recipe from a beautiful lady named, Bean who writes, creates and photographs for her blog called, Without Adornment. I was given the opportunity to explore Without Adornment this past month as it was my September assignment through the Secret Recipe Club. For those of you that prefer to stay away from gluten by choice or even necessity Bean's blog is a must for you to check out. All of her recipes are gluten free unless otherwise noted. And they look fabulous! Along with all of her beautiful recipes, Bean shares stories of her adventures in life with her hubby along with her talented creations of cakes. Gorgeous, gorgeous cakes! Along with her adventures and recipes she also has a beautiful gallery of her photography. Such a talented lady I say!
I was delighted with how my Apple Acorn Squash came out. Completely easy to put together. Completely delicious! And oh yes, completely Fall.
I did add a little butter along with salt and pepper to this recipe. They can easily be omitted if you wish to stay clear of extra fat or sodium.
Apple Acorn Squash
recipe slightly adapted from Without Adornment
1 Acorn squash
2-3 apples, peeled and sliced
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1-2 Tbsp butter
salt and pepper
Preheat oven to 375. Cut squash in half and then scoop out seeds. Season each half with salt and pepper if you wish along with a pat of butter. Toss apple slices with brown sugar and cinnamon and then carefully spoon into each of the squash. Another pat of butter can go onto of the apple pile if you are so inclined. Place squash halves in a baking dish with just enough water to cover the bottom of the dish. Cover with tinfoil and bake for 45 minutes or until squash is done. Enjoy!
Happy Fall! And Happy, Happy Apple Acorn Squash baking!
