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Candied Acorn Squash

Payne Caitlyn
This candied acorn squash recipe makes a delicious side dish with no more than 15 minutes of prep and cooking time. Buttery and sweet, it's a must-try that's almost as good as dessert.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 4
Calories 204 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 acorn squash halved and seeded
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar

Instructions
 

  • Place squash halves, cut-sides up, on a microwave-safe plate or dish. Place 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in cavity of each half.
  • Microwave on full power until squash flesh is soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Rotate squash about twice to ensure even cooking.
  • Scoop flesh with sugar and butter into a bowl; slightly mash to blend.

Notes

For a fun presentation, serve in squash shells.