Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2

Using a fork, poke several holes in each squash. Set aside.

Step 3

Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lay bacon on baking sheet.

Step 4

Place squash directly on upper oven rack; place baking sheet with bacon on lower oven rack.

Step 5

Cook both for 15 minutes. *Cook bacon longer, if needed, until crispy.

Step 6

Remove both from oven.

Step 7

Once squash has cooled slightly, use a knife to remove outer layer. Cut squash into 1 inch cubes.

Step 8

Place squash on large rimmed baking sheet.

Step 9

Drizzle with melted butter and maple syrup.

Step 10

Return to oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring once or twice, until maple syrup is caramelized and squash is tender. *Be careful not to let syrup burn.

Step 11

Remove from oven; toss with cooked, crumbled bacon and fresh rosemary.

Step 12

Transfer to a serving dish.