Best Acorn Squash And Honey Pie With Cornmeal Crust Recipes

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ROASTED ACORN SQUASH AND HONEY



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Few side dishes are better on a cool fall evening than roasted acorn squash sweetened with just a little honey and made even mellower with nutmeg and fresh sage leaves. When I catch a whiff of it coming from the oven, I feel warm and comforted, and you will, too.

Provided by Art Smith

Categories     HarperCollins     HarperCollins     Squash     Winter     Fall     Side     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Quick & Easy     Quick and Healthy

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 acorn squash (about 1 pound each)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon grated fresh nutmeg
2 tablespoons honey
8 sage leaves, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Split the squash in half and scrape out the seeds with a spoon. Cut the squash halves into quarters and place in a mixing bowl, leaving the skin on the squash sections. Toss the squash with the olive oil, nutmeg, honey, and sage leaves. Lay the squash pieces, cut sides down, on a baking sheet. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until the squash flesh begins to turn golden brown and is tender. Season the squash with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange the squash on a serving platter.

ROASTED HONEY CINNAMON ACORN SQUASH



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Caramelized roasted honey cinnamon acorn squash is drizzled with honey and cinnamon, and sprinkled with crumbled cheese and crunchy almonds.

Provided by Culinary Envy

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 acorn squash - halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ounce crumbled blue cheese
2 green onions, thinly sliced
12 smoked almonds, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place acorn squash slices, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and toss to cover all the slices evenly. Place slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with honey and cinnamon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Turn each slice carefully. Continue baking until tender and well browned, about 10 minutes more. Move slices onto a serving plate and sprinkle with blue cheese, green onions, and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 5.3 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 395.2 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

GRANDMA DARCY'S SQUASH PIE



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Grandma Darcy gave me this recipe many years ago. Since then we always have her squash pie on Thanksgiving instead of pumpkin, and like it much better!

Provided by Heidi Darcy

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash     Winter Squash     Acorn Squash

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 inch) pie crust pastry
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup cooked acorn squash
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Press pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
  • Beat evaporated milk, squash, white sugar, brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth; pour into pie crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue baking until pie is set, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 219.8 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

HONEY ACORN-SQUASH PIE



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Categories     Dessert     Bake     Steam     Squash     Honey     Boil

Yield makes one 10-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the Crust
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, preferably stone-ground
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
2 large egg yolks plus 1 large egg yolk, for egg wash
3 to 4 tablespoons ice water
1 tablespoon milk, for egg wash
For the Filling
3 small acorn squash (about 3 pounds)
3/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup milk
Whipped Cream (page 340), for serving

Steps:

  • Make the crust: In a food processor, pulse to combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, and salt. Add butter, and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. In a small bowl, lightly beat 2 egg yolks with 3 tablespoons ice water; drizzle over flour mixture, and pulse until dough just begins to come together (add up to 1 tablespoon more ice water if mixture is too crumbly). Shape into a disk, and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 1 hour or up to 1 day.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Halve squashes lengthwise; remove seeds and cut flesh into wedges. In a large, lidded pot fitted with a steamer basket (or colander), bring 2 inches of water to a boil. Place squash in basket (in batches if necessary); cover, and steam until tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, 20 to 30 minutes (check water level periodically). Let cool completely. Scrape flesh from cooled squash, and purée in a food processor until smooth. Add honey, cinnamon, ginger, and salt, then add whole eggs and 1/2 cup milk. Pulse until thoroughly combined.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to a 13-inch round, 1/8 inch thick. Fit into a 10-inch pie plate; trim excess dough flush with rim. Cut edge of dough 1/2 inch deep at 3/4-inch intervals; bend every other section back toward center. Whisk together remaining 1 egg yolk and 1 tablespoon milk; lightly brush edge of crust. Refrigerate or freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Pour filling into pie shell on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°F, and continue to bake 30 to 40 minutes more, or until filling is barely set (it will continue to firm as it cools). If crust is browning too quickly, cover with a foil ring (see page 324). Transfer pie to a wire rack to cool completely. (Filling will separate from crust as it cools.) Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold, with whipped cream. Pie can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated, covered.

ACORN SQUASH STREUSEL PIE



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Acorn squash streusel pie may be our new favorite holiday pie. It's simply divine! The acorn squash filling is creamy and has a slightly different flavor than a pumpkin pie... a bit more decadent. Sweet and nutty, the streusel topping is the perfect complement to the pie. For pumpkin pie, we typically like to add a dollop of...

Provided by Brenda Watts

Categories     Pies

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

FOR PASTRY & FILLING
1 box one refrigerated pie crust shell, softened as directed on box (15 oz. size)
2 c cooked and mashed acorn squash, or one 17 oz. box or bag of frozen acorn squash, thawed
1/2 c sugar
1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/8 tsp salt
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 c evaporated milk or Dairy sour cream
FOR STREUSEL TOPPING
2/3 c all-purpose flour
1/3 c light brown sugar, firmly packed
1/3 c firm butter or margarine
1/3 c coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare pie shell pastry crust into 9-inch pie plate, as directed on box for one-crust filled pie; set aside.
  • 2. For filling, in a large bowl stir together acorn squash, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  • 3. Add eggs. Beat lightly with a fork just until combined.
  • 4. Gradually stir in evaporated milk until thoroughly combined.
  • 5. Carefully pour filling into prepared pastry crust shell.
  • 6. To prevent over-browning, cover the edge of the pie with foil, using an extra long 2-inch wide strip (or a pie shield if you have one). Bake for 25 minutes.
  • 7. Meanwhile, prepare streusel topping. In a medium bowl, combine flour and light brown sugar. Cut in butter, using a pastry blender or fork, until mixture is coarse and crumbly.
  • 8. Remove foil from partially baked pie. Sprinkle streusel topping crumbs evenly over top of the pie.
  • 9. Sprinkle evenly over top of the pie with chopped pecans or walnuts. Continue baking, about 20 to 25 minutes longer, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • 10. Cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Refrigerate within at least 2 hours. Cut into 8 wedges and serve.

ROASTED ACORN SQUASH



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Here's a perfectly simple way to prepare one of autumn's finest offerings that came to The Times in 2010 when the Well blog published several recipes from Cooking Light magazine. Just toss slices of acorn squash with honey, olive oil, freshly ground black pepper and salt and pop into a hot oven for about a half hour.

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Categories     vegetables, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 acorn squash (about 3 pounds)
2 tablespoons honey
4 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for greasing the pan
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Cut 1/4 inch from stem end and bottom of each squash, and discard. Cut each squash in half crosswise. Discard seeds and membrane.
  • Cut each squash half crosswise into 2 slices, each 1-inch thick.
  • Combine honey, olive oil, pepper and salt in a large bowl. Add squash, and toss to coat.
  • Place squash on an oiled sheet pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes or until tender.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 176, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 154 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

CORNMEAL PIE DOUGH



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This dough forms the crust for Acorn Squash and Honey Pies.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Yield Makes four 5-inch pie crusts

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, preferably stoneground
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
2 large egg yolks

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix together flour, cornmeal, sugar, and salt. Using your fingers, mix in butter until crumbly. In a small bowl, combine egg yolks and 3 tablespoons ice water. Add egg-yolk mixture to flour mixture. Using a fork, mix quickly and lightly. Knead dough lightly in bowl until dough holds together; add up to 1 tablespoon ice water if dry. Divide dough into four equal balls. Press each ball into a disk; wrap in plastic. Chill until firm, about 30 minutes.

HONEY SPICED ACORN SQUASH



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"I've made this simple side dish for more than 35 years," says Alpha Wilson of Roswell, New Mexico. Cinnamon and ginger give a nice spiced flavor to the moist tender squash halves. You can use up the extra squash in the two recipes that follow.-Alpha Wilson, Roswell, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
2 medium acorn squash

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the honey, butter, salt, cinnamon and ginger. Cut squash in half; discard the seeds. Fill squash halves with butter mixture. , Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Cover and bake at 375° for 1 hour or until squash is tender. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until filling is bubbly.,

Nutrition Facts :

When it comes to fall baking, there's no shortage of pumpkin-themed treats, but there are other autumnal flavors worth exploring. One delicious and often overlooked option is acorn squash. This vegetable has a sweet and nutty flavor that is perfect for pies. And when paired with a cornmeal crust and a touch of honey, you get a delectable dessert that's perfect for any autumn occasion.

What is Acorn Squash?

Acorn squash is a winter squash that is typically in season from September through December. It is named for its distinct acorn-like shape and has a green and orange exterior. Inside, the flesh is yellow and slightly sweet with a nutty taste.

What is Honey?

Honey is a natural sweetener that is produced by bees from the nectar of flowers. It has been used for centuries as a food and medicine. Honey is often preferred over sugar due to its rich taste and perceived health benefits. In baking, honey can be used as a substitute for sugar to add flavor and moisture to recipes.

What is a Cornmeal Crust?

A cornmeal crust is a type of pastry crust that is made with cornmeal instead of traditional wheat flour. It has a slightly grainy texture and a subtle sweetness that pairs well with savory and sweet fillings. Cornmeal crusts are perfect for pies, quiches, and tarts.

Acorn Squash and Honey Pie with Cornmeal Crust Recipe

While we won't be providing the actual recipe in this article, we can give you an idea of what goes into making an acorn squash and honey pie with cornmeal crust.
Ingredients
  • Acorn squash
  • Honey
  • Unsalted butter
  • Vanilla extract
  • Salt
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Ground ginger
  • All-purpose flour
  • Cornmeal
  • Sugar
  • Egg yolk
  • Ice water
Instructions
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Cut the acorn squash in half and remove the seeds. Brush each half with melted butter and sprinkle with salt, cinnamon, and ginger. Roast in the oven for 45 minutes or until the squash is tender.
  • Scoop the cooked squash out of the skin and into a mixing bowl. Add honey, more butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Use a hand mixer to blend the ingredients until smooth.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornmeal, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
  • Add an egg yolk and ice water to the flour mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
  • Roll the dough out into a circle and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the excess dough off the edges.
  • Pour the squash filling into the pie crust, smoothing it out evenly. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

Conclusion

If you're looking for a unique fall-themed dessert, try making an acorn squash and honey pie with a cornmeal crust. The sweetness of the honey and squash pairs perfectly with the slightly grainy texture of the crust. Not only is it a delicious treat, but it's also a great way to enjoy the flavors of the season in a fun and unexpected way.
Acorn squash and honey pie with cornmeal crust is a mouth-watering dessert that everyone loves to have after dinner. This dish is perfect for special occasions, gatherings, or just a regular weeknight dinner. The sweetness from the honey and the soft texture of the squash make it an unforgettable dessert. However, preparing this pie can be a bit challenging. Here are some valuable tips to help you prepare an amazing acorn squash and honey pie with cornmeal crust that will have your guests asking for more.

Tips for Making Acorn Squash and Honey Pie with Cornmeal Crust

1. Choose the Right Squash
The type of squash you choose will significantly impact the texture and flavor of your acorn squash and honey pie. Select the finest quality of acorn squash from your local market or grocery store. The squash should be firm, blemish-free, and have a deep green color preferably with orange spots. Avoid buying squash that looks and feels old or is too soft to the touch, as it can affect the pie's consistency and taste.
2. Prepare the Squash Correctly
Preparing the squash for the pie is an essential process that should be done carefully. Cut the squash in half, remove the seeds, and place it cut side down on a baking tray. Brush the squash with a little amount of oil or butter, and season it with salt, pepper, or any other preferred spices. Roast the squash in the oven or on the stove until it is soft and tender.
3. Make the Cornmeal Crust from Scratch
The crust is one of the critical components of acorn squash and honey pie, and the cornmeal crust is an excellent choice. Making the crust from scratch will give you a better taste and texture than a store-bought one. Use quality cornmeal, all-purpose flour, butter or shortening, sugar, and salt to make the crust. You can add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to enhance its flavor.
4. Pre-bake the Crust
Pre-baking the crust will ensure that it is crisp and won't become soggy from the pie's moisture. After preparing the crust, line it with parchment paper, add pie weights or beans on top, and bake it in the oven for about 15-20 minutes. Remove the beans and parchment paper and bake it for another 10-12 minutes until it is golden brown.
5. Use Good Quality Honey
Honey is the primary sweetener in this pie, making it important to use high-quality honey. Choose pure, raw honey that has not been processed or contains added sugars. The quality of the honey will affect the taste and appearance of your acorn squash and honey pie.
6. Use a Food Processor to Blend the Ingredients
A food processor can be helpful when blending the ingredients for the filling. It ensures that the mixture is smooth and evenly blended, which results in a perfect texture. Avoid overmixing the filling as it can create air bubbles that can cause the pie to crack or become uneven.
7. Preheat the Oven
Preheating the oven before baking the pie is crucial as it helps the pie bake evenly and at the right temperature. A preheated oven also ensures that the pie cooks to perfection and avoids any uneven baking.
8. Bake the Pie Until it Is Set
Acorn squash and honey pie should be baked till it is firm and set. Over or under baking can affect the consistency of the pie, making it difficult to slice and serve. To check if the pie is done, insert a knife or toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the pie is ready.
9. Cool the Pie before Serving
Allow the acorn squash and honey pie to cool down to room temperature before serving. This will ensure that it holds up its shape and makes it easier to slice. For best results, refrigerate the pie for at least an hour before serving.

Conclusion

Acorn squash and honey pie with cornmeal crust is an exceptional dessert that your family and guests will enjoy. With these tips, you can confidently prepare a delicious and visually appealing pie that is sure to impress everyone. Remember to choose the right squash, prepare it properly, make the crust from scratch, blend the ingredients evenly, and bake the pie right. With these tips, you can be sure to serve the perfect acorn squash and honey pie to everyone.

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