Delicata Squash Bake with Cider Reduction and Parmesan Bread Crumbs - A Zest for Life

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 pounds delicata squash (about 2- 3, 3" wide 8" long )
• 1 1/4 cup fresh apple cider (preferably without preservatives )
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup raw honey
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 1/4 cup fresh sourdough bread (crusts removed )
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted (can use part olive oil))
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh garlic (peeled, finely grated (or minced))
• 1/2 cup parmesan reggiano cheese (grated )
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (coarsely chopped )
• 1/8 teaspoon sea salt