MALLOW-PECAN ACORN SQUASH

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We always grow squash in our garden, and this recipe is one of our favorites ways to cook it. My grandkids like this vegetable dish because of the marshmallows.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded
1/3 cup crushed saltines (about 10 crackers)
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Place squash cut side up in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, pecans, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons butter and nutmeg. Spoon into squash. Brush edges of squash with remaining butter. Cover and bake at 400° for 55-60 minutes or until squash is tender. Sprinkle with marshmallows. Bake, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Olivia Tetteh
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Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Leeds Ivan
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This recipe is definitely going on my to-cook list.


siyam Tahmid Ahmed
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I can't wait to try the creamy filling.


Jayjay Owens
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The roasted squash looks so good!


Simon Younus
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I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors in this recipe.


colleen Haynes
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I'm going to make this for my family this weekend.


POP Fg CORN
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This looks like a great dish for a fall dinner party.


Chris Michael
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The recipe sounds delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Oketcho Silvester
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this recipe changed my mind! The roasted squash was delicious and the filling was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jill
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The squash is roasted to perfection and the filling is creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


24k.Z
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and I got lots of compliments. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Syed Writer's786
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The squash was tender and the filling was delicious. I loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Tiger Mehedi
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This recipe is a keeper! The squash was roasted to perfection and the filling was creamy and flavorful. The pecans and maple syrup added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Rajab Singh
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this recipe changed my mind! The roasted squash was delicious and the filling was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sohail Amin
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The squash is perfectly roasted and the filling is creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Sudipto BOSS
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and I got lots of compliments. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Sarah Adams
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The squash was tender and the filling was delicious. My kids loved it and even asked for seconds.


Waqas gillani
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The squash was perfectly roasted and the filling was creamy and flavorful. The pecans added a nice crunch and the maple syrup gave it a touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.