Step 1

Preheat the over to 375 degrees.

Step 2

Cut the acorn squash in half, lengthwise and remove the seeds. Discard.

Step 3

Place 2 tbsp. of butter and 2 tbsp. of brown sugar in each half.

Step 4

Bake the squash for one hour or until flesh is soft.  A larger squash may have to cook longer than an hour.  After the first hour, check it in 10 minute increments until the flesh is soft (use a fork to test doneness - if the fork pierces the flesh easily, it is done).

Step 5

Remove from oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. To eat, carefully scrape the flesh off the sides and mix with the melted butter and brown sugar, being careful not to punch a hole in the outer skin.