Roasted Acorn Squash

Directions

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.