As pretty as it is delicious.

Opinions vary as to which is the best part of this eye-catching Thanksgiving side dish.

Ingredients

1(1 1/2-lb.)

Thanksgiving Side Dish: Skillet Squash Blossom

Credit: Iain Bagwell

Cover with plastic wrap, and microwave on HIGH 5 minutes.

Thinly slice squash, and place in a large bowl.

Heat a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium.

Cook bacon 5 minutes.

Increase heat to medium-high, and cook until golden brown.

Remove bacon, reserving drippings in skillet.

Crumble bacon, and set aside.

Reduce heat to medium; add onion to skillet, and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes.

Stir in oil, thyme, salt, pepper, and 2 teaspoons of the maple syrup.

Add mixture to squash slices; toss to combine.

Bake in preheated oven until squash is tender and edges begin to crisp, about 40 minutes.

Drizzle with remaining 2 teaspoons maple syrup.