ROASTED ACORN SQUASH & BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Roasted Acorn Squash & Brussels Sprouts image

I love creating dishes with few ingredients and easy steps, like squash with Brussels sprouts. Maple syrup adds a slight sweetness, and pecans give it a toasty crunch. -Angela LeMoine, Howell, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 medium acorn squash
1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-3/4 cups pecan halves
1/4 cup maple syrup
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. Cut squash lengthwise into quarters; remove and discard seeds. Cut each quarter crosswise into 1/2-in. slices; discard ends. Trim and halve Brussels sprouts., Place squash and Brussels sprouts in a large bowl. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Transfer to 2 foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Roast 30-35 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, in a dry large skillet, toast pecans over medium-low heat 6-8 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring frequently. Add syrup and butter; cook and stir until butter is melted., Sprinkle vegetables with pecan mixture; gently toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 24g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein.