Acorn Aplenty

Prep time: 5 min | Cook time: 20 min
Total Time: 25 min | Serves: 4

This Recipe Features: American Antioxidant Rich Heart Smart High Fiber Meatless Dinner Side Dishes Fall Holiday Winter 30 minutes or less Under $10

This easy vegetarian recipe makes for a beautiful presentation. Surprise your guests at your next holiday gathering, or treat your family to a quick meal any day of the week.

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Ingredients

  • 1 can (14.75 oz.) Del Monte® Cream Style Golden Corn
  • 2 acorn squash
  • 3 Tbsp. thinly sliced green onion
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 3 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup coarsely crushed saltine or graham crackers

Cooking Directions

1. Pierce squash in several places. In microwave, cook on high 6 minutes.
2. Carefully slice1/4-inch off ends and cut in half crosswise; remove seeds. Place cut side up in microwavable dish.
3. Cover and microwave on high 7 to 9 minutes or until tender. Combine corn and onion; spoon into squash.
4. Combine melted butter, sugar and cinnamon. Stir in pecans and crumbs. Sprinkle over filled squash. Microwave on high 3 to 5 minutes or until heated through.

Products Featured in the Recipe

Cream Style Golden Corn
Cream Style Golden Corn