2-1lbs acorn squashTrim top and bottom so they are square
4tbsp butter
2tbsp cinnamon
½ cup MH late harvest Riesling
Salt and pepper to taste
1Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
Split the squash in half cross section
Scoop out the seeds ( These can be reserved and cleaned. Later toss in oil and seasoning and bake. Makes a wonderful snack)
To each half, place in baking pan with cut side up like a bowl
Divide butter, spices and wine evenly between the squash and put in the hollowed out “bowl”
Bake at 350 for one hour covered until soft – insert a toothpick if unsure
Uncover and bake an additional 5-6 minutes to brown the edges
Serve
Notes
Or if you like, you can exclude the sweet spices and bake them savory and fill them with your favorite cooked grain and sautéed vegetables. The photo shows an acorn squash filled with a savory mushroom sauce.