Fruity Acorn Squash

Name: Fruity Acorn Squash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings.
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

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

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 11x7-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.

Editor's Note

This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 201 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 25mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 6g fiber), 3g protein.

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

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cherrytop

Oct 14, 2014

amazing treat! I didn't have raisins on hand so I used dried blueberries instead. I will make this again when I pick up some raisins. can't wait :)
cestmoivraiment

Oct 12, 2014

I made this in the oven and it was really good. I did put some butter in the halves at the beginning then later I added the apple, celery, raisins and spices about halfway through. Nice mixture of flavour and texture.
Janadele

Sep 29, 2014

Also used cranberries for a fall presentation.
JaniceBaer

Mar 17, 2014

Delicious! This recipe was a good way to use up a couple lone apples. Will definitely be making this one again.
gilynne

Oct 15, 2010

I used pears instead of apples and dried cranberries instead of raisins. everyone loved the squash. the celery was a taste treat!
sweetie4

Oct 22, 2009

I didn't have any raisins but followed the rest of the recipe. Will try raisins the next time I make this.