Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

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Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash
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Directions:

  1. Cut the squash in half; discard seeds.
  2. Place the squash cut side down in a microwave safe dish; add 1/2 inch of water.
  3. Microwave on high, uncovered, for 10 to 12 minutes or until tender; drain.
  4. While the squash is cooking, melt the butter in a non-stick skillet and add the diced apple.
  5. Cook, stirring frequently for 2 to 3 minutes, add the orange juice, apple pie spice, cranberries and chopped pecans.
  6. Continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until the orange juice has evaporated, stir in orange zest.
  7. Divide the mixture between the squash halves, drizzle with maple syrup and place under broiler for a few minutes to brown lightly.
  8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
  9. Hint: For easier cutting of the squash, place in microwave and microwave on high for 1 minute or until slightly warm.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 313.75 Kcal (1314 kJ)
Calories from fat 134.41 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.93g 23%
Cholesterol 10.17mg 3%
Sodium 9.15mg 0%
Potassium 899.54mg 19%
Total Carbs 46.36g 15%
Sugars 19.41g 78%
Dietary Fiber 6.88g 28%
Protein 4.01g 8%
Vitamin C 41.7mg 70%
Iron 2.8mg 15%
Calcium 102.4mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 107.85 Kcal (452 kJ)
Calories from fat 46.2 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.13g 23%
Cholesterol 3.5mg 3%
Sodium 3.14mg 0%
Potassium 309.2mg 19%
Total Carbs 15.94g 15%
Sugars 6.67g 78%
Dietary Fiber 2.37g 28%
Protein 1.38g 8%
Vitamin C 14.3mg 70%
Iron 1mg 15%
Calcium 35.2mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.7
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • sodium free,
  • low cholesterol

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