Randy's Easy Baked Squash |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 60 Minutes |
Ready In: 75 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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My parents always baked squash like this & after 50+ years, it's still my favorite!!! Usually, it was a huge Hubbard that my Dad would use an ax or hatchet on in order to split it into several chunks. I prefer Butternut Squash, but you can use Buttercup or Acorn, if desired. This is for ONE squash & IMO it doesn't come any better or easier than this. Cooking time is the same for as many squash that you're baking at one time. Ingredients:
1 squash, choice, split & seeded (not spaghetti type squash) |
1 slice bacon, per squash (i use thick sliced bacon) |
1 tablespoon chopped onion, per half (optional) |
salt & pepper, to taste |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. Split squash & remove all seeds & stringy membrane.
3. Use a baking pan such as a 9 X 13 or larger with sides.
4. Line with foil or parchment paper.
5. Place squash CUT-SIDE DOWN.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
7. Remove from oven & turn squash CUT-SIDE UP.
8. Salt & Pepper to taste.
9. If desired, put 1 T. chopped onion (or shallot) into each cavity.
10. Cut bacon slice in half & put into each cavity.
11. Return to oven & bake an additional 20-30 minutes or until a toothpick easily inserts into the skin.
12. Eat or discard bacon &/or onion.
13. Serve as desired - I prefer a little butter & a little more salt & pepper.
14. ENJOY!
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