Fruity Acorn Squash Recipe

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Here's an out-of-the-ordinary side dish that really perks up a fall menu.

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Fruity Acorn Squash Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield: 2 Servings

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Ingredients

1 small acorn squash (about 1-1/4 pounds)
1 mediumt tart apple, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons raisins
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Directions

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. microwave-safe dish. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4-6 minutes or until almost tender.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the apple, celery, raisins, brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice. Turn squash over; fill centers with apple mixture. Cover and microwave 3-4 minutes longer or until squash and apple filling are tender. Yield: 2 servings.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 201 calories, 1 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 25 mg sodium, 52 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Originally published as Fruity Acorn Squash in Cooking for One or Two Cookbook , p232