Microwave Acorn Squash
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Microwave Acorn Squash
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Acorn squash with brown sugar, cinnamon, & butter, microwaved until perfectly tender.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium acorn squash about 1 pound
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ tablespoon brown sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Cut the squash in half vertically. Use a large spoon to scoop out the seeds and discard them.
- Place the squash in a baking dish, cut side down with 2 tablespoons water.
- Microwave the squash for 8-10 minutes or until tender and almost cooked through when poked with a fork.
- 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.
Notes
- Acorn squash can vary in size from 1/2 lb to 3 lbs, cooking time will vary.
- Microwaves can vary, and some squash will have thinner and thicker flesh. Check smaller squash at 5 minutes, larger squash may need as long as 10-12 minutes.
- If cooking two smaller squash (four halves) cooking time will increase to 9-10 minutes.
- Leftover squash can be stored in a covered container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze cooled portions in a zippered bag for up to 4 months. Add to soups, stews, or casseroles.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
74
(4%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
8mg
(3%)
Sodium
99mg
(4%)
Potassium
377mg
(11%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
483IU
(10%)
Vitamin C
12mg
(13%)
Calcium
38mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 74 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 74 | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 99mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 377mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 483IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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