Pecan Crisp Acorn Squash

By Kenn

Microwave dish

Ingredients

• 2 acorn squash (approximately 1 pound each), halved, seeds removed
• 2/3 cup butter-cracker crumbs
• 1/3 cup chopped pecans
• 1/3 cup butter, melted
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg
• Preparation
• Place prepared squash halves cut side down in a 12 x 8 x 2-inch oblong microwave-safe or equivalent dish, and cover with wax paper.
• Microwave on high for 6 minutes.
• During this time, mix the remaining ingredients.
• Turn squash halves cut side up and fill with pecan / cracker mixture.
• Re-cover with wax paper and microwave on high for 6 to 8 more minutes.
• Remove wax paper and let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Preparation

Step 1

Preparation

Place prepared squash halves cut side down in a 12 x 8 x 2-inch oblong microwave-safe or equivalent dish, and cover with wax paper.
Microwave on high for 6 minutes.
During this time, mix the remaining ingredients.
Turn squash halves cut side up and fill with pecan / cracker mixture.
Re-cover with wax paper and microwave on high for 6 to 8 more minutes.
Remove wax paper and let stand 5 minutes before serving.