Winter Caprese Salad

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1. Heat oven to 425° F.
2. Slice acorn squash into 1 in. thick slices, removing the guts and seeds and discarding them.
3. Slice off the top of 1 clove of garlic. Cover in olive oil and wrap in aluminum foil.
4. Place slices of acorn squash on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place garlic clove pouch on the same sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
5. Squeeze out the garlic in a bowl, mix with 2 oz. of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
6. Layer the roasted squash, mozzarella, and basil on a plate. Drizzle with garlic oil and balsamic glaze. Sprinkle additional salt and pepper lightly.
7. Squash can be served warm or room temperature after roasting.