Microwave Cranberry Squash Delight

Introducing the delightful “Cranberry-Filled Squash (Microwave Only!)” – a culinary marvel, perfect for the time-crunched, yet discerning individual. 🍽️ This vegetable-centric recipe, falling under the category of “Vegetable” and boasting keywords like “Low Protein,” “Low Cholesterol,” “Healthy,” “Microwave,” and “< 30 Mins," is not only a culinary adventure but a nutritional powerhouse. 🌱

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Now, let’s embark on the culinary journey! To begin, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 2 acorn squashes 🍠
• 3/4 cup fresh cranberries 🍒
• 3 cups frozen cranberries ❄️
• 3 tablespoons orange marmalade 🍊
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar 🌰
• 1 tablespoon butter 🧈
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 🍋

Nutritional Information per Serving:

• Calories: 194.3
• Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 3.7g
• Cholesterol: 15.3mg
• Sodium: 52.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 37.2g
• Fiber: 4.2g
• Sugar: 11.7g
• Protein: 2g

Now, let the cooking extravaganza commence! Begin by taking your acorn squashes and, with a fork, elegantly pierce them on each side. Lay them on a paper towel in the microwave oven, and let the magic happen – microwave for 12 to 15 minutes until they achieve a fork-tender perfection, ensuring to turn them over after 5 minutes for an even cook. 🎩✨

While your squashes undergo their transformation, take a moment to prepare the cranberry mixture. In a one-quart casserole, harmoniously combine the remaining ingredients – the fresh cranberries, frozen cranberries, orange marmalade, brown sugar, butter, and a dash of lemon juice. Cover this delightful medley with waxed paper and let it dance in the microwave for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cranberries burst into a symphony of flavors. Remember to stir after 2 minutes to ensure every berry contributes to the melody. 🎶🍇

As the cranberry mixture reaches its crescendo, your squashes should be ready to shine. Let them stand for 5 to 10 minutes, allowing their flavors to mingle and intensify. Then, cut the squashes in half, gracefully removing the seeds to create a canvas for the upcoming masterpiece. 🎨🔪

Now, the grand finale – spoon the cranberry mixture into the hollowed-out squashes, letting the vibrant colors and aromatic notes merge in a culinary ballet. Cover the filled squashes with waxed paper and return them to the microwave for 1 to 3 minutes, ensuring the entire dish is a harmonious, warm sensation. 🌈🔥

Behold, the “Cranberry-Filled Squash (Microwave Only!)” emerges, a testament to the fusion of simplicity, speed, and sensational flavors. Perfect for the lone student navigating the dorms during Thanksgiving, this microwave masterpiece will leave you savoring every bite, thankful for the ease and goodness it brings to your table. 🙌🦃

With a mere 30 minutes invested, you’ve created a feast that transcends the ordinary – a symphony of textures and tastes that celebrates the union of cranberry and squash. This recipe, though adopted, now stands as a testament to your culinary prowess and innovation in the heart of the microwave. Bravo! 👏👨‍🍳✨