Microwave Acorn Squash
Acorn squash with brown sugar, cinnamon, & butter, microwaved until perfectly tender.
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Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 medium acorn squash (about 1 pound)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ tablespoon brown sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
Steps
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Cut the squash in half vertically. Use a large spoon to scoop out the seeds and discard them.
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Place the squash in a baking dish, cut side down with 2 tablespoons water.
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Microwave the squash for 8-10 minutes or until tender and almost cooked through when poked with a fork.
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While the squash is cooking, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Flip the squash over and brush with the butter mixture. Microwave for 2 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
74
kkal
Protein
1g
(6%)
Carbs
13g
(76%)
Fat
3g
(18%)
Macronutrients
Calories744% DV
Protein1g2% DV
Carbs13g4% DV
Fat3g5% DV
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Source: Spend With Pennies
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