Candied Acorn Squash

Acorn squash halves are smothered in butter and brown sugar, then baked in the oven until candied for a delicious side dish that's almost as good as dessert.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 204 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 acorn squash, halved and seeded
• 0.25 cup butter, divided
• 0.25 cup packed brown sugar, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cook in the microwave on full power until flesh is soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Rotate squash a couple of times to ensure even cooking.

Step 3

Scoop out flesh along with sugar and butter and place into a medium bowl. Mash slightly to blend.

Step 4

Serve in a bowl or in the squash shells.