Acorn Spiced Squash Recipes

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SPICED ACORN SQUASH



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Working full time, I found I didn't always have time to cook the meals my family loved, so I re-created many of those dishes in the slow cooker. This treatment for squash is one of our favorites. -Carol Greco, Centereach, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h45m

Yield 4 squash halves.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 small acorn squash, halved and seeded
3/4 cup raisins
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; spoon into squash halves. Sprinkle with raisins. Top each with 1 tablespoon butter. Wrap each half individually in heavy-duty foil, sealing tightly., Pour water into a 5-qt. slow cooker. Place squash in slow cooker, cut side up (packets may be stacked). Cook, covered, on high 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until squash is tender. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 86g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HONEY SPICED ACORN SQUASH



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"I've made this simple side dish for more than 35 years," says Alpha Wilson of Roswell, New Mexico. Cinnamon and ginger give a nice spiced flavor to the moist tender squash halves. You can use up the extra squash in the two recipes that follow.-Alpha Wilson, Roswell, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
2 medium acorn squash

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the honey, butter, salt, cinnamon and ginger. Cut squash in half; discard the seeds. Fill squash halves with butter mixture. , Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Cover and bake at 375° for 1 hour or until squash is tender. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until filling is bubbly.,

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ROASTED SPICED ACORN SQUASH



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Cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper complement sweet roasted acorn squash in this easy side dish. Try it with Roasted Pork with Onions and Citrus or Parmesan risotto.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 acorn squash, halved, seeded, and cut into 1-inch wedges
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss squash with extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper. Arrange squash, cut side down, in a single layer and roast until tender, 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1 g

ACORN SPICED SQUASH



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When fall comes to Horsham, Pennsylvania, George Mankin likes to prepare this wonderful, cinnamon-and-maple flavored squash recipe. It's so quick and easy in the microwave and also, a good source of vitamins A and C, potassium and fiber.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium acorn squash
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 teaspoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon each ground ginger, cinnamon and mace

Steps:

  • Pierce squash several times with a fork. Place on paper towels; microwave on high for 10 minutes. Let stand for 5-10 minutes., In a small bowl, combine the butter, syrup and vinegar. Combine the ginger, cinnamon and mace. Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Brush cut sides with butter mixture; sprinkle with spice mixture., Place on a large microwave-safe plate; cover with paper towels. Cook on high for 5-10 minutes or until squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICED BAKED ACORN SQUASH



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Wonderfully rich and full of beta carotene! These are available year-round, so you don't have to wait for the harvest season to enjoy them! :)

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 acorn squash
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
2 pinches nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons brandy

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Line baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Halve squash and remove seeds and pulp; rinse.
  • Add 1 tablespoon honey, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon allspice, 3/4 teaspoon brown sugar, and a pinch nutmeg to each half.
  • Dot each half with butter and drizzle a tsp.
  • of brandy over top.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees F for 45-90 minutes, or until squash is tender (time depends on size of squash, really).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.6, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 90.8, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 20.6, Protein 1.9

APPLE-SPICE ACORN SQUASH



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In Fostoria, Ohio, Joann Fell adds chopped apples and spices to warmed acorn squash, then microwaves for a fast and comforting mealtime accompaniment.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium acorn squash
1 medium tart apple, chopped
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons butter

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a microwave-safe baking dish. Add 1/2 in. of water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10-13 minutes or until almost tender; drain., Combine the apple, raisins, cinnamon and nutmeg; spoon into squash cavities. Dot with butter. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 6-8 minutes or until squash and apples are tender. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 47mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MAPLE-GLAZED ACORN SQUASH



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With a maple syrup and brown sugar glaze, this squash becomes pleasantly sweet. This is comfort food-easy to prepare and a tasty pairing with a pork entree. -Nancy Mueller, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium acorn squash, halved
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Scoop out and discard seeds from squash. Place cut side down in a 13x9-in. baking dish; add water. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes. , If necessary, drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Combine syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and salt; pour into squash halves. Bake, uncovered, 10 minutes or until glaze is heated through. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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