Microwave acorn squash to speed things up at dinnertime. So easy! Plus you control the amount of sugar and butter.
Ingredients
- 2 acorns squash , 1 pound
- 4 teaspoons salted butter , melted
- 4 teaspoons brown sugar
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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1
Prick all over the insides of the squash halves with a fork; brush with butter and sprinkle with brown sugar. Place squash halves, cut sides-up, into a large, microwave-safe dish.
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2
Microwave on high power until flesh pierces easily with a fork, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts
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