SPICED ACORN SQUASH
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
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.
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Rakib Mim
rakib-m36@hotmail.frI'm not a fan of acorn squash, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. It was surprisingly good! I'll definitely be making it again.
Iyo Sisako
s.i@yahoo.comThis recipe is a little too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less chili powder next time.
Mayckez Lopez
l.mayckez93@yahoo.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my squash was a little bland. I think I might have used too much water.
Amandalee Marry
marrya@yahoo.comThis is a great way to use up leftover squash. I always have a few acorn squash on hand and this is a great way to use them up.
Tamika Butler
tamikabutler@hotmail.frI made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.
Michael Feaster
feaster@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
elizabeth akindele
akindele.elizabeth45@hotmail.frI love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the squash pairs perfectly with the savory spices.
reychow cecyl
cecyl.reychow73@yahoo.comYum! This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful side dish.
Kithu kithu
k96@yahoo.comThis was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making this again.
Abba yusha'u
a@hotmail.frI'm not a big fan of squash, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The spices really brought out the flavor of the squash.
Eya Ben Said
eya_b@yahoo.comI made this dish for my family and they loved it! The squash was soft and flavorful, and the spices added a nice touch.
Lyrics Vibes YT
l_yt100@hotmail.frThis was my first time cooking acorn squash and it turned out amazing! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the squash was cooked to perfection.