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Acorn Squash with Apricot Glaze (4 PTS)

Serves: 4 people

Recipe Ingredients

2   Acorn squash (1 pound each)
1   Apple - sliced 2 medium
  Apricots, sliced or 1 peach, peeled and Sliced (2/3) cup
1/4 cup 59mlApricot nectar
2 tablespoons 30mlHoney
1/4 teaspoon 1.3mlGround nutmeg
1 tablespoon 15mlMargarine or butter

Recipe Instructions

Halve squash lengthwise; remove and discard seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a 2-quart rectangular microwave-safe baking dish. Microcook,  uncovered, on 100 percent power (high) for 12 to 16 minutes or till just tender, giving dish a half-turn once.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine apple and apricot slices, nectar, honey, and nutmeg. Turn squash over, cut side up. Spoon fruit mixture into squash cavities. Dot with margarine or butter. Micro-cook, covered with waxed paper, for 4 to 7 minutes or till fruit is hot. Sprinkle with additional nutmeg, if desired.

Dietary Information:

Nutrition facts per serving: 201 calories, 6 g total fat, 0 g saturated fat,0 mg cholesterol, 74 mg sodium, 39 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 2 g protein, 24% vitamin A, 33% vitamin C, 0% calcium, 0% iron.

Source:
Mr. Paul Newman's, Newman's Own Cookbook

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