Apple-Spice Acorn Squash

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Joann Fell, Fostoria, Ohio

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Sep. 12, 2022

In Fostoria, Ohio, Joann Fell adds chopped apples and spices to warmed acorn squash, then microwaves for a fast and comforting mealtime accompaniment.

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Apple-Spice Acorn Squash

Yield:2 servings
Prep:10 min
Cook:20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 medium acorn squash
  • 1 medium tart apple, chopped
  • 1/4 cup golden raisins
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons butter
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Directions

  1. Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a microwave-safe baking dish. Add 1/2 in. of water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10-13 minutes or until almost tender; drain.
  2. Combine the apple, raisins, cinnamon and nutmeg; spoon into squash cavities. Dot with butter. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 6-8 minutes or until squash and apples are tender. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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