roasted delicata squash

Roasted Delicata Squash

Lisa Patrin

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium size delicata squash washed but not peeled. Halved lengthwise, scraped and seeded and sliced into ½-inch half-moon slices
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons of pure maple syrup
  • 4 slices of applewood smoked bacon sliced into one-inch pieces
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper for seasoning
  • large handful of fresh arugula
  • 2 ounces of garlic and herb goat cheese crumbled
  • optional addition: chopped candied pecans

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss squash slices in a medium size bowl with olive oil then lay them onto a parchment lined baking sheet and brush both sides with maple syrup. Scatter bacon pieces over and around the squash. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake approximately 20-25 minutes (turning halfway through) until squash is slightly caramelized and fork tender and the bacon is crispy.
  • Plate arugula and top with the squash pieces and bacon. Sprinkle with crumbled garlic and herb goat cheese.
  • Optional additions: Top with chopped candied pecans and drizzle with a little remaining maple syrup before serving if desired.