Fruity Acorn Squash Recipe
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Fruity Acorn Squash

By: Barbara Meyers 
"Here's an out-of-the-ordinary side dish that really perks up a fall menu."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.4 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (15)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 small acorn squash
  • 1 tart apple, peeled and diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons raisins
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Directions

  1. Cut acorn squash in half lengthwise; remove and discard seeds and membranes. Place squash cut side down in a greased 11-in. x 7-in. x 2-in. microwave-safe dish. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 6-8 minutes or until almost tender.
  2. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the apple, celery, raisins, brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice. Turn squash over; fill centers with apple mixture. Cover and microwave 4-5 minutes longer or until squash and apple filling are tender. Let stand for 3 minutes before serving.

Footnotes

  • This recipe was tested with an 850-watt microwave.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 2, 2008 by Extra Foamy   view full review
Delicious! I only made one half and used an entire granny smith apple. I forgot the celery...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 7, 2008 by Karyn   view full review
This was a big hit with the family. I followed the directions with no variations. Fast, easy-...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2009 by brockmom   view full review
Enjoyed this easy side dish. I did add about 2Tbs. of butter and cooked on the over about 45...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2009 by D Baerwaldt   view full review
This was a great sidedish! I added just a bit of butter to the apples, celery and brown sugar...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2009 by Tia Dot   view full review
I made this recipe exactly as posted with one change; instead of raisins, I used 1/4 cup of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2008 by SDRABBITRY15   view full review
this was great! loved the smell as it was even cooking. they warm up great so it was easy to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2010 by ericksonpad   view full review
Loved it! I did add 2 TBs butter though!
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2009 by maryp539   view full review
I hated squash as a kid but am trying to acquire a taste for it now that I'm middle-aged. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2009 by momma2kinsey   view full review
amazing! will be using the fruit stuffing on its own for a snack even when i dont have any squash!
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2009 by Queen Llemon   view full review
Pretty good but missing something for us. I think a bit of butter in there as another...

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