Preparing acorn squash can be time-consuming, but it doesn’t have to be.
How to easily microwave this fall favorite in only 10 minutes.
Acorn squash is a starchy vegetable with a round, ridged shape and green-and-gold skin.
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Your microwave can be more than just a vehicle for reheating leftovers or popping popcorn.
In fact, it’sa super-efficient way to quickly cook vegetables.
Heat it in the microwave
Lay both halves cut-side down on a microwave-safe dish.
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Cover and heat on high for 10 to 12 minutes.
Exact cook times will vary depending upon the size of your squash.
(Ten minutes is a general guideline.)
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Wondering where this recipe was when you were in college?
Yeah, you’re not alone.
Here are a few suggestions for how to enjoy that acorn squash goodness.
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Acorn Squash Soup
Puree the microwaved acorn squash, and thin it with either broth or milk.
Add any herbs you’d like (sage, thyme, and rosemary are all great).
you could also cook aromatics like onion and garlic and puree them into the soup for more flavor.
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The acorn squash skin is edible, but may not be something that people want to eat.
Rather than peel it before cooking, wait until the squash is fully cooked, then peel easily.
Otherwise, you risk creating a big explosive mess.
Greg DuPree
