Nana's Acorn Squash

Ingredients

• 1  acorn squash halved seeded
• 4 tablespoons brown sugar 
• 4 tablespoons butter divided
• 2 servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

• casserole dish
• microwave

Directions

1. In a microwave safe casserole dish pour enough water to reach 1 1/2 inches in depth.
2. Place the squash halves cut side down in the water, and pierce the skin with a fork a few times. Microwave on high for 15 to 20 minutes.
3. Drain.
4. Sprinkle each half with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Place 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in each half.
6. Broil 5 minutes, or until butter is melted.
7. Mix the melted butter and sugar into the flesh, and serve.