Baked Acorn Squash with Apple Filling

• 2 tsps margarine, trans-fat-free  
• 2 tbsp brown sugar  
• 1 pc whole apple, peeled, cored and sliced  
• 1 pc small acorn squash, around 6 inches in diameter  

Preparation:

1. Combine together brown sugar and the apple in a small bowl, then set aside.  
2. With the use of a sharp knife, pierce the acorn squash many times to enable the steam to escape when cooking. For about 5 minutes, microwave on high settings. To ascertain even cooking, turn the squash after 3 minutes.  
3. On a cutting board, cut the squash in halves. Scrape off the seeds out of the core of each half and discard. The hollowed squash cores will be filled with the apple-sugar mixture.  
4. Place the apple filled squash again into the microwave and cook until the apples are softened. This will take about 2 minutes.  
5. On a serving dish, transfer the baked squash and top with a teaspoon of margarine. Serve outright after cooking.  

Acorn squash is an abundant source of essential nutrients such as potassium, vitamins A and C and fiber as well. To make a hearty and healthy main dish, this recipe pairs acorn squash with apples and brown sugar.

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