EASY ACORN SQUASH
Baking winter squash cut side down in a small amount of water really makes it tender, and eliminates tough spots. This recipe came from a sticker on a squash I bought several years ago.
Provided by GrandmaIsCooking
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cut squash in half and remove all seeds and strings. (Scrape the inside of the squash with the edge of a spoon).
- Place squash halves upside down in a shallow pan. Pour water in pan to a depth of 1/4 inch (may use more or less water depending upon size of pan used).
- Bake for 35 minutes. If any water remains, drain it off.
- Turn squash over. Sprinkle cut side of squash lightly with salt if desired. Mix together the marmalade and melted butter and spoon over cut side of squash pieces.
- Place under broiler for 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.6, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 5, Sodium 27.9, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 6, Protein 1.8
MICROWAVE ACORN SQUASH
How to make microwave acorn squash. Cooked with brown sugar and cinnamon, this acorn squash is a delicious side dish.
Provided by Heather
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Wash of the squash with water and pat dry with paper towel.
- Cut the squash in half. To make it easier to cut, microwave the whole squash for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half.
- Scoop out seeds with spoon and discard.
- Place squash halves cut side down into a small baking dish. Microwave for 10-12 minutes.
- If you want a simple, savory acorn squash, flip the squash cut side up and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper and serve. For sweet squash, flip cut side up and add butter, brown sugar and cinnamon. Cook for another 1-2 minutes in the microwave to melt the butter. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MICROWAVE ACORN SQUASH
This easy Microwave Acorn Squash cooking method yields perfectly tender acorn squash in no time at all! Load up your favorite fillings like the comfort food classic combination of butter and brown sugar for a super quick vegetable side that everyone loves!
Provided by Angela
Categories Side Dish vegetable side dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Prepare your acorn squash by cutting it in half and coring out the seeds. Leave as much flesh as possible in each half of the acorn squash. Rinse after coring.
- Place the acorn squash halves facing downward in a microwave-safe bowl or dish with 2 tablespoons of water. Heat on high for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the heated acorn squash halves to individual bowls then add 1 tablespoon each of light brown sugar and butter. Heat on high for an additional 5 minutes in the microwave. Use a fork to check for tenderness after heating, if needed heat in additional 1-minute increments until the squash reaches your desired level of tenderness.
- Remove from the microwave and allow to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 110 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ACORN SQUASH
Sweet and buttery squash--this is quick and easy, and my family loves it.
Provided by TERRYLEE51
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Turn acorn squash upside down onto a cookie sheet. Bake in a 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven until it begins to soften, approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
- Remove squash from the oven and turn onto a plate so that the flesh is facing upwards. Place butter and brown sugar into the squash, and place remaining squash over the other piece. Place squash in a baking dish (so the squash won't slide around too much) while baking.
- Place squash in the 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven and bake another 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 51.2 mg, Sugar 17.9 g
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