ACORN SQUASH

Acorn Squash image

Mash acorn squash & top with brown sugar & marshmallows to baked in its own shells for a tasty side dish. This harvest time Acorn Squash is great for fall.

Provided by My Food and Family

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Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 acorn squash, cut in half, seeded
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
4 tsp. brown sugar
1 cup JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows

Steps:

Heat oven to 375°F.
Place squash halves in microwaveable dish; cover with waxed paper. Microwave on HIGH 12 to 14 min. or until tender, turning after 7 min. Let stand, covered, 5 min.
Scoop squash from shells into medium bowl, leaving 1/4-inch-thick shells. Add butter; mash until squash is smooth and butter is completely melted. Spoon into squash shells; place on baking sheet. Sprinkle with sugar; top with marshmallows.
Bake 12 to 15 min. or until squash are heated through and marshmallows are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 85 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g