Candied Acorn Squash Recipe

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Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 15 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Candied Acorn Squash Recipe

Ingredients

1 acorn squash

halved and seeded

¼ cup butter

divided

¼ cup packed brown sugar

divided

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

Place both halves of the squash cut side up on a microwave-safe plate or dish. Put 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar into the cavity of each half.

Step 2

Cook for 8 to 10 minutes in the microwave on full power. Rotate the squash a couple of times to ensure even cooking. When the flesh is soft scoop out soft flesh with the sugar and butter and place it in a bowl. Mash it a little to blend the ingredients. Serve in a bowl or your could even serve it in the shells.

Nutritional Information

Candied Acorn Squash Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 204

% Daily Value *

Protein: 1.1g 2%

Carbohydrates: 26.5g 9%

Dietary Fiber: 1.9g 8%

Sugars: 16.1g

Fat: 11.6g 18%

Saturated Fat: 7.3g 37%

Cholesterol: 30.5mg 10%

Vitamin A Iu: 813.3IU 16%

Niacin Equivalents: 1.2mg 9%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 12%

Vitamin C: 13.8mg 23%

Folate: 21.8mcg 6%

Calcium: 56.1mg 6%

Iron: 1mg 5%

Magnesium: 41.5mg 15%

Potassium: 455.4mg 13%

Sodium: 89.3mg 4%

Thiamin: 0.2mg 18%

Calories From Fat: 104.7

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.