Lemony Acorn Slices

Recipe Ingredients

2		Acorn squash about 2.25 lbs each (large)
1 cup	237ml	Plus 2 tablespoons water - divided
1/2 cup	99g / 3.5oz	Sugar
2 tablespoons	30ml	Lemon juice
1 tablespoon	15ml	Butter or margarine
1/4 teaspoon	1.3ml	Salt
1/8 teaspoon	0.6ml	Pepper
		Lemon wedges and fresh mint - optional

Recipe Instructions

Wash squash. Cut in half lengthwise; remove and discard the seeds and membrane. Cut each half crosswise into 1/2 in slices; discard ends. Place slices in a large skillet. Add 1 cup water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender.

Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan, combine sugar and remaining water. Cook over medium heat until sugar melts and syrup is golden, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; carefully add lemon juice, butter, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over low heat until butter melts. Place squash on a serving plate; top with syrup. Garnish with lemon and mint if desired. Yield: 6 servings.

Source:
Taste of Home, August/September, 1997

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