Roasted Acorn Squash Brussels (Printable Version)

Caramelized acorn squash and Brussels sprouts tossed with maple-glazed pecans, perfect for a savory side.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium acorn squash, peeled, seeded, and sliced into 0.5 inch pieces
02 - 1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

→ Seasoning

03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
05 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Glaze

06 - 6 ounces pecan halves
07 - 0.25 cup pure maple syrup
08 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice acorn squash lengthwise into quarters, remove seeds, and cut each quarter into 0.5 inch slices. Trim and halve Brussels sprouts.
02 - Toss squash slices and Brussels sprouts in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread vegetables evenly on two foil-lined baking sheets (approximately 15 x 10 inches). Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and caramelized.
04 - While vegetables roast, toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently until lightly browned. Add maple syrup and butter, stirring until butter melts and pecans are glazed.
05 - Transfer roasted vegetables to a serving dish. Pour glazed pecans over and toss gently to coat before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Serve warm or at room temperature. Substitute pecans with preferred nuts as desired. Adjust maple syrup quantity to taste for sweetness.