Acorn Squash with Apricot Glaze
Recipe from
Better Homes and Gardens
Apples and apricots spiced with honey and nutmeg complement the flavor of acorn squash in this autumn side dish.
Servings:
Makes 4 side-dish servings.
Total Time:
25 mins
Ingredients
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2 mediumacorn squash (1 pound each)see savings
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1 mediumapple, slicedsee savings
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2 mediumapricots, sliced or 1 peach, peeled and sliced (2/3 cup)see savings
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1/4 cupapricot nectarsee savings
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2 tablespoonshoneysee savings
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1/4 teaspoonground nutmegsee savings
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1 tablespoonmargarine or buttersee savings
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Directions
1.
Halve squash lengthwise; remove and discard seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a 2-quart rectangular microwave-safe baking dish. Microwave, uncovered, on 100 percent power (high) for 12 to 16 minutes or until just tender, giving dish a half-turn once.
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Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine apple and apricot slices, nectar, honey, and nutmeg. Turn squash over, cut side up. Spoon fruit mixture into squash cavities. Dot with margarine or butter. Microwave, covered with waxed paper, for 4 to 7 minutes or until fruit is hot. Sprinkle with additional nutmeg, if desired. Makes 4 side-dish servings.
Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 201, Total Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 74 mg, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 24%, Vitamin C 33%, Calcium 0%, Iron 0%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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