Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash

• 2 medium acorn squash, halved and seeds removed
• 2 large apples, cored and sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Fresh thyme leaves (for garnish)

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.  Place acorn squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet. 
3. Brush lightly with melted butter and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. 
4. Roast for 25 minutes until slightly tender.
5. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. 
6. Add sliced apples, honey, brown sugar, and cinnamon. 
7. Cook for 5–7 minutes until apples soften and turn golden. 
8. Stir in vanilla extract.
9. Remove squash from the oven. 
10. Spoon the caramelized apples evenly into the centers of each half.
11. Return stuffed squash to the oven and bake another 15–20 minutes, until the squash is fork-tender and the filling is bubbling.
12. Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves before serving warm