Garlic Parmesan-Crusted Roasted Acorn Squash

A platter filled with garlic parmesan crusted acorn squash slices.

Garlic Parmesan-Crusted Roasted Acorn Squash

Round out a fall or winter meal with tender slices of this Garlic Parmesan-Crusted Roasted Acorn Squash. Add fresh herbs to make this tasty side dish.

Course Vegetable Side Dish

Cuisine American, Canadian, Italian

Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 92kcal

Author Elaine

Ingredients

1 2 lb acorn squash, (or two 1 lb acorn squash)
2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
¼ to ½ cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated (or more)
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
4 sprigs fresh rosemary, thyme, oregano or sage or 2 teaspoon dried herbs
¼ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, optional

Instructions

Heat oven to 400°F.
Wash the squash and slice off the ends. Cut in half from stem end to tip. Remove the seeds with a spoon and either save them for roasting or add them to your compost. Lay halves cut side down on a cutting board and slice crosswise into ¾ inch slices.
In a large bowl, toss squash slices with olive oil, garlic, ¾ of the Parmesan, sea salt and pepper, and one or two of the sprigs of fresh herbs, finely chopped.
Heat a baking sheet in oven for 5 minutes. Remove, add a sheet of parchment paper and arrange the squash slices so they are not touching each other. Return to the oven and roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until fork-tender.
Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired. Place the sheet under the broiler for 2 - 4 minutes, to slightly brown the cheese. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Serve garnished with more finely chopped fresh rosemary or other fresh herbs.

Notes

To get crispy edges, arrange the squash slices so that they are spaced out on your baking sheet, not touching each other. If they're too close, they will cook in each other's steam and become soft. Spacing them allows the air to circulate around the slices, roasting them properly. You may need to use two baking sheets.

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