Roasted Acorn Squash with Spicy Honey Butter

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.

3. 3

   Place the squash halves cut side up on a baking sheet.

4. 4

   In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.

5. 5

   Stir in the honey, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

6. 6

   Brush the spicy honey butter mixture over the cut sides of the squash halves.

7. 7

   Roast the squash in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the flesh is tender and easily pierced with a fork.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

9. 9

   Serve warm, drizzled with any remaining spicy honey butter.