Acorn Squash Agrodolce

Ingredients

Preparing the Squash

• 1 2 lb acorn or other winter squash
  
• olive oil
  
• smoked salt
  
• ground pepper
  

Preparing the Sauce

• 1/4 cup mild honey (wildflower, clover, or tupelo)
  
• 3/4 cup red wine vinegar
  
• 2 teaspoons tamari
  
• 1/4 cup orange juice
  
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  
• 1 cinnamon stick
  
• grated parmesan
  

Directions

Preparing the Squash

1. Preheat the oven to 400º.
2. Trim off the ends of each squash. Halve, deseed, and then cut each halve into 1 inch thick wedges.
3. Generously oil a sheet pan, then dredge each wedge in the oil and lay each out so that no slice is touch another. Salt and pepper each slice.
4. Roast for 20-30 minutes, until soft.
5. Once the squash wedges are soft, use a spatula to flip them over - it's ok if they break apart a bit and if they are a bit charred - this adds great texture and flavor.

Preparing the Sauce

1. While the squash is roasting, combine all ingredients in a small saucepan. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until reduced by 2/3 and syrupy (it should slightly coat the back of a spoon).
2. On a platter plate the squash and drizzle the sauce over top. Add grated parmesan to taste. Serve with additional cheese and sauce on the side.