Ingredients:

1 med. acorn squash
2 T. maple syrup
1 T. olive oil
1/2-1 t. red pepper flakes
1/2 t. salt, divided
1/2 t. freshly ground black pepper, divided
1/2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 c. crumbled gorgonzola cheese

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375˚.

Cut squash in half and scoop out seeds. Slice squash into 1/2″ wide half moons and place in a medium bowl. Toss squash with syrup, olive oil, red pepper flakes and half the salt and pepper. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer and bake until tender golden, about 20-25 minutes.

Toss cheeses together in a small bowl. Sprinkle cheese mixture over squash and bake an additional 5  minutes, or until cheese is melted. Remove squash from oven and sprinkle with remaining salt an pepper. Use a spatula to lift squash slices from baking sheet and place on plate. Serve immediately.

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