Short version of How to Cook Acorn Squash: How to cook acorn squash: WASH the squash. Slice in half stem to end. (Read my long version for tips!) Scoop out the seeds. Season the squash (choose one of two ways below or go nuts!). Bake for 50-60 minutes at

Preheat oven to 425°F. Lay both acorn squash halves down, cut side up, on a lined baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper.

Place the acorn squash halves cut-side up, like bowls, in a roasting pan or on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with a little olive oil or butter and use your fingertips to rub it all over the cut surface and inside of the squash.