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Acorn Squash with Apples

Acorn Squash with Apples

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Yields2 Servings
 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and sliced
 2 tbsp brown sugar
 1 small acorn squash, about 6 inches in diameter
 2 tsp light margarine or butter
1

In a small bowl, mix together the apple and brown sugar. Set aside.

2

Pierce the squash several times with a sharp knife to let the steam escape during cooking. Microwave on high until tender, about 5 minutes. Turn the squash after 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.

3

Place the squash on a cutting board and cut in half. Scrape the seeds out of the center of each half and discard the seeds. Fill the hollowed squash with the apple mixture.

4

Return the squash to the microwave and cook until the apples are softened, about 2 minutes.

5

Transfer the squash to a serving dish. Top each half with 1 teaspoon margarine and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

2 servings

Serving size

1/2 squash


Amount per serving
Calories204
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Sodium 46mg2%
Protein 2g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

 

This recipe was adapted from the Mayo Clinic.

Ingredients

 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and sliced
 2 tbsp brown sugar
 1 small acorn squash, about 6 inches in diameter
 2 tsp light margarine or butter

Directions

1

In a small bowl, mix together the apple and brown sugar. Set aside.

2

Pierce the squash several times with a sharp knife to let the steam escape during cooking. Microwave on high until tender, about 5 minutes. Turn the squash after 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.

3

Place the squash on a cutting board and cut in half. Scrape the seeds out of the center of each half and discard the seeds. Fill the hollowed squash with the apple mixture.

4

Return the squash to the microwave and cook until the apples are softened, about 2 minutes.

5

Transfer the squash to a serving dish. Top each half with 1 teaspoon margarine and serve immediately.

Notes

Acorn Squash with Apples

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