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Nana's Acorn Squash Recipe

Recipe by: LDYBUGG10

"This is a recipe even veggie haters will love! People who like sweet potatoes also love it. It's a family favorite of mine."
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  • Directions
  • Ingredients
  • Nutrition
Directions
  • Prep5 m
  • Cook25 m
  • Ready In30 m
  • 1In a microwave safe casserole dish pour enough water to reach 1 1/2 inches in depth. Place the squash halves cut side down in the water, and pierce the skin with a fork a few times. Microwave on high for 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
  • 2Sprinkle each half with salt and pepper to taste. Place 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in each half.
  • 3Broil 5 minutes, or until butter is melted. Mix the melted butter and sugar into the flesh, and serve.
Footnotes
  • Tip
  • Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it evenly, and make clean-up easier.
Ingredients
  • 2 servings
  • 400 cals
  • 1 acorn squash, halved and seeded
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
Nutrition

Amount per serving ( 5 total)

  • Calories:
    400
    20%
  • Fat:
    23.3
    36%
  • Carbs:
    50.9
    16%
  • Protein:
    2.1
    4%
  • Cholesterol:
    61
    20%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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