Microwave Acorn Squash Recipe

Microwave Acorn Squash Recipe. Carefully remove the acorn squash. Acorn squash (microwave) 1 acorn squash.

Cook on high in 5 minute intervals until completely softened and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes for 1/2 an acorn squash. Turn over and cook 4 more minutes. Pour water from baking dish and turn squash over.

Since Microwave Ovens Vary In Power, You May Need To Adjust Your Cooking Time.

Brown sugar butter acorn squash. Heat on high for an additional 5 minutes in the microwave. Add 1/2 cup of water to the dish and then cook the squash for 15 to 20 minutes.

Place Squash Halves Cut Side Down Into A Small Baking Dish.

Pour water from baking dish and turn squash over. Carefully remove the acorn squash. Roasting is a popular method of preparing acorn squash, but it can take up to an hour.

Fill Each Center With About A Teaspoon Of Butter And 2 Teaspoons Brown Sugar.

The squash will be done when you can. Arrange squash, hollow sides down, in oblong microwave safe baking dish and add the water. Heat on high for 5 minutes.

Scoop Out Seeds And Discard.

Place the squash halves cut side down in the water, and pierce the skin with a fork a few times. Cover dish with plastic wrap, leaving one corner open for vent. Put 1/2 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar in center.

Place 2 Tablespoons Butter And 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar In Each Half.

Acorn squash is a tasty, versatile and fantastic fall vegetable. Once cooked, it can be pureed, chopped, sliced or stuffed and used in both sweet and savory dishes. A good rule of thumb is to cook for five minutes, then check the squash.