acorn squash (about 2-1/4 lbs) cut in half and seeds removed
1 tbsp
macadamia nut oil, plus more to grease baking dish
1 pinch
ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp
sea salt
1/4 tsp
freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
STEP 1
1 Preheat the oven to 400F.,
STEP 2
2 Lightly oil a 7"x11" glass or ceramic baking dish.,
STEP 3
3 Place the squash, cut side down, in the prepared baking dish.,
STEP 4
4 Cover with aluminum foil and roast until very tender, 55-60 minutes.,
STEP 5
5 Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes.,
STEP 6
6 When the squash is cool enough to handle, use a spoon to scoop out the flesh and transfer to a food processor.,
STEP 7
7 Purée the squash, then transfer the purée to a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook, stirring, until it is somewhat drier, about 4 minutes.,
STEP 8
8 Remove from the heat and stir in the 1 tablespoon macadamia nut oil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, then serve.