Microwave Acorn Squash

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

Microwave acorn squash until tender, then season with butter and brown sugar for a quick and easy fall side dish that’s ready in minutes.

Ingredients

2 (1 pound) acorn squash, halved and seeded
4 teaspoons salted butter, melted
4 teaspoons brown sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1 Prick insides of the squash halves with a fork; brush with butter and sprinkle with brown sugar. Place squash halves, cut sides-up, into a large, microwave-safe dish.
2 Microwave on high power until flesh pierces easily with a fork, about 10 minutes. Carefully remove from the microwave and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.