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To make Acorn Squash: Preheat oven to 350F.
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Coat baking sheet with cooking spray, or line with parchment paper.
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Whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, soy sauce, cinnamon, and 2 Tbs.
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water in small bowl.
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Brush inside and edges of acorn squash wedges; place on prepared baking sheet.
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Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until squash is soft enough to prick with tip of knife.
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Keep warm.
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To make Basmati and Wild Rice: Toast pine nuts in small skillet over medium-low heat 3 to 5 minutes, or until browned and fragrant, shaking pan often.
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Set aside.
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Cook rice according to package directions.
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Set aside.
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Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat.
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Saute onion and garlic in olive oil 3 to 5 minutes, or until soft.
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Stir in rice and pine nuts, and season with salt and pepper.
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Keep warm.
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To make Braised Vegetables: Heat olive oil in Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium heat.
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Saute fennel in oil 10 minutes, or until softened.
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Add carrots, and saute 5 minutes more, or until carrots begin to brown.
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Add 2 cups water, cover, and steam vegetables 10 to 15 minutes, or until soft.
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Add snap peas, and steam 2 to 3 minutes more.
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Season with salt and pepper, and stir in capers.
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To serve: Place 1 Acorn Squash wedge on each plate.
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Spoon Basmati and Wild Rice into center of each squash quarter, and top with Braised Vegetables.
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Sprinkle with chopped parsley, and add a dollop of cranberry sauce, if desired.