Smoky Maple Roasted Acorn Squash

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb. acorn squash
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt

Directions

1. Set the oven to 400ºF. Rinse the squash thoroughly, and pat it dry with a clean towel. With care, cut the acorn squash lengthwise from top to bottom, then use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. Cut across the squash into 1/2-inch wide slices.
2. In a small bowl, stir the olive oil with the maple syrup, smoked paprika, and salt. Add the squash slices to a bowl, drizzle the glaze over them, and toss until every piece is coated.
3. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the squash slices out in one layer, then use a rubber spatula to get any extra glaze from the bowl onto the squash.
4. Roast for 40 minutes, until the squash is very tender. Finish with a pinch of salt, then serve.