Nana's Acorn Squash

Nana's Acorn Squash

Recipe by LDYBUGG10 from allrecipes.com

Dinner,Side Dish 30 Mins.

Ingredients

2

2 servings

  • 1 acorn squash, halved and seeded
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar

Instructions

  • In a microwave safe casserole dish pour enough water to reach 1 1/2 inches in depth. Place the squash halves cut side down in the water, and pierce the skin with a fork a few times. Microwave on high for 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
  • Sprinkle each half with salt and pepper to taste. Place 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in each half.
  • Broil 5 minutes, or until butter is melted. Mix the melted butter and sugar into the flesh, and serve.

Nutritional Facts

Per 2 servings

  • Calories: 400
  • Carbohydrate: 51g
  • Fat: 23g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Sugar: 26g

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