Roasted Acorn Squash

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Split the squash in half through the equator and scrape out the seeds with a spoon. If squash are very large, cut lengthwise into quarters.

3. 3

   Set the squash halves, cut side up, on a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, if desired.

5. 5

   In a bowl, cream the butter with the sugar and Amaretto.

6. 6

   With a brush or spoon, coat the cut sides of each squash with the butter mixture (can place any extra in the center of each squash).

7. 7

   Top each with 2 sage leaves and sprinkle with the cookies.

8. 8

   Bake 30 to 35 minutes, basting twice with melted butter and sugar mixture.

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