October 30, 2014

Maple-Roasted Delicata Squash Recipe

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We are so excited to announce that we are now offering Mead & Mead’s Maple Syrup to our Farm Fresh To You customers.  In honor of today’s unveiling, we wanted to share one of our favorite quick and easy go-to recipes that doesn’t scrimp in the taste category.  This healthy fall favorite recipe only requires four ingredients and can be made in less than 30 minutes. 

delicata squash-cut

First, cut the squash in half vertically and scrape out all of the seeds.

preparing maple-roasted delicata squash


Next, cut each half into 3/4-inch thick slices.  In a bowl, toss the slices in the olive oil, mayple syrup and salt. Make sure to toss well so that each slice is coated.  Arrange slices on a large baking sheet.

maple-roasted delicata squash


Bake in the oven until tender and starting to brown, about 15-20 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Allow to cool slightly, then remove from the baking sheet. Serve and enjoy.
 
Maple-Roasted Delicata Squash

INGREDIENTS:
3-4 pounds delicata squash (about 3 regular size squash) 
2 tablespoons of olive oil 
2 tablespoons of maple syrup
1 teaspoon salt

DIRECTIONS: 
Preheat oven to 425°F.

Cut the squash in half vertically. Scrape out all of the seeds. Cut each half into 3/4-inch thick slices.
In a bowl, toss the slices in olive oil, maple syrup and salt. Make sure to toss well so that each slice is coated.  Arrange slices on a large baking sheet.

 
Bake in the oven until tender and starting to brown, about 15-20 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Allow to cool slightly, then remove from the baking sheet. Serve and enjoy.

About Mead & Mead:
Mead and Mead’s Maple Syrup was created because of a passion for environmental sustainability and preserving and protecting New England’s maple forests. Having grown up on a family farm in the Berkshires, Winter Mead noticed that maple syrup was a great way for people to enjoy a homemade sweetener that tasted great and helped preserve and protect the livelihood of local farmers. Mead and Mead’s offers 100% pure maple syrup and related products that are produced on their family’s farm as well as other maple farms in greater New England.


How To Add Delicata Squash, Maple Syrup and Olive Oil to Your Delivery:
CSA members - head on over to our online Farm Stand Market to customize your upcoming delivery. Market is open from noon on Thursday until 10 am, 2 days before your scheduled delivery day. After you confirm your produce items, click the orange button "Confirm and Continue To Other Farm Products" to add the products to your delivery.