Bacon Maple & Acorn Squash Sandwich
By
Susan Feliciano
@frenchtutor
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This was my first attempt at grilling acorn squash. But I got this idea in my head and decided to run with it.
You may want a bib, or at least an oversized napkin, to eat this sandwich. The Mascarpone cheese just oozes out, but it sure does taste good!
You may want a bib, or at least an oversized napkin, to eat this sandwich. The Mascarpone cheese just oozes out, but it sure does taste good!
Rating:
★★★★★ 2 votes5
Comments:
Serves:
2 sandwiches
Prep:
20 Min
Cook:
15 Min
Method:
Griddle
Ingredients
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1 mediumacorn squash
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2 Tbspmelted butter
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1/2 cmascarpone cheese, softened (may substitute cream cheese)
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2 Tbsppure maple syrup
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4 slicefreshly cooked bacon
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·salt and pepper
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·watercress or leaf lettuce
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·additional maple syrup if desired
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4 slicesourdough bread
How to Make Bacon Maple & Acorn Squash Sandwich
- Cut squash in half lengthwise. No need to remove seeds at this point; they are much easier to remove after cooking.
- Place in microwave-safe baking dish cut side down, with ½-inch of water. Cover loosely with waxed paper. Microwave on high power about 7-8 minutes, until squash meat is easily pierced with fork. Do not overcook to the point of mushiness; squash should still be firm. Let squash cool enough to handle.
- Scoop seeds out of squash and slice crosswise into ½” thick slices. Remove peeling by running a thin sharp knife along outer edge. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat a ridged grill pan on high heat. Brush squash slices with the butter. Grill squash a couple of minutes on each side, basting with butter. When done, remove to plate and keep warm.
- Make filling: Combine the softened Mascarpone with the maple syrup until totally smooth. Spread the cheese on two of the bread slices.
- Top the cheese with slices of the grilled acorn squash. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Place 2 slices of bacon on top. Drizzle a little maple syrup over all if desired. Top with watercress or lettuce leaves, and remaining bread.
- If you feel like it, you can put these sandwiches in a Panini press, but they are just as good without that.
