Surprise Acorn Squash

2 acorn squash
8 oz. crushed pineapple
2/3 c. chopped pecans
2/3 c. chopped dates
1/4 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
salt to taste

Slice squash in half and take out seeds. Place upside down in large pan and add 1/2 c. water. Bake 40-45 minutes at 375º or until tender. Mix rest of ingredients together and fill cavities of squash. return to oven and back15 more minutes more. Absolutely delicious!!!

ACORN SQUASH WITH NUTS AND APPLES...
Follow recipe above but instead of pineapple, use 2 apples, peeled and chopped and 1Tbsp. honey. Raisins can be substituted for dates.

Added: 09/16/16

 


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