Acorn Squash with Apple Recipe
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Acorn Squash with Apple

By: Ed Haley  
"Peeling an acorn squash is the key to this delicious dish that's cooked in a microwave. A fast and easy delight for busy families."

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Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 acorn squash
  • 2 apples, cored and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

  1. To easily peel the acorn squash without losing a lot of vegetable, gently drop the squash in a large pot of boiling water, and boil for 15 minutes. Pour off the boiling water and fill with cold water and let sit 5 minutes to cool. When cool enough to handle, use a knife to slice off the peel on the ridges and use a teaspoon to dig out the peel in the valleys. Slice the squash in half and remove the seeds and stem. Then slice the halves into sections and finally cut into 1 inch chunks.
  2. Place the squash chunks into a large microwave-safe bowl along with the apples. Dot with pieces of butter. Sprinkle the brown sugar, walnuts, salt and cinnamon over the top. Cover with plastic wrap, and poke a few holes in it for ventilation.
  3. Cook in the microwave for 7 1/2 minutes on full power. Remove, uncover, and stir. Return to the microwave, and cook for another 7 1/2 minutes on full power, until tender. Serve hot.

Footnotes

  • Variations
  • You could use butternut squash for variety. Pecans work well in this recipe instead of walnuts. Honey or maple syrup can used with or instead of the brown sugar.
  • If you prefer roasted squash, you can place this (uncovered) in the oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for just under an hour. But be sure to add 1/4 cup of water to the recipe before baking.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 101 | Total Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2006 by Aileen 
Very good! I followed the recipe for the ingredients but just filled halved acorn squash with... MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 16, 2005 by TOYMOMMY 
I have used a similar recipe for a long time that uses more butter. I put a little nutmeg and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 19, 2007 by Dee 
This is a fabulous recipe. I find myself making it weekly. Thank you so much for posting it.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2006 by luv2cook 
YAAA!!! I got my kids to eat Squash!! They thought it tasted like a dessert. Very Good. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 13, 2006 by lobstergov 
Fantastic! Thanks for the great idea on peeling the squash. This came out terrific, I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 24, 2006 by Kerri Leigh 
So, yummy! This is like apple pie without the crust! And, so easy to make too! Thanks for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2006 by JK 
This was very sweet and delicious. Thanks for the tip on peeling the squash - it worked... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 4, 2006 by natural sugar 
This was a very good recipe especially if you are looking for something different to do with... MORE
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Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2005 by JLandRC 
This was very good! I usually shy away from the winter squash because it takes so long to... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 26, 2006 by Claudia 
This is an excellent addition to any fall meal. It was simple and tasty! MORE

 
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