"For many of us, days can get so busy that it's tough to find the time to cook a full meal. But we still want - and deserve - something good for us that tastes good, too. That has, in the past, ruled out the microwave for some because it tends to be associated with not-so-healthy frozen meals. But there's so much more you can do with your microwave, using real ingredients to create meals that feel home-cooked but are really faster and easier."
"The squash itself is subtly sweet, nutty, and rich, but less sweet than varieties like butternut, which makes it more versatile for any manner of fillings. Load it with everything from meat, veggies, rice, herbs, and spices, basically creating a compact feast of your favorite flavors. It's exciting, then, to realize you can do this in minutes without breaking out tons of cookware."
Microwaving acorn squash produces a fast, satisfying base for stuffed meals, with the squash offering a subtly sweet, nutty flavor less sweet than butternut and adaptable to many fillings. Halve the squash, remove pith and seeds, place halves face down on a microwave-safe dish, cover, and heat on high until soft, about 10 to 12 minutes. Fill with proteins, grains, vegetables, herbs, spices, and dried fruit for balance. Use microwaveable rice, leftovers, canned or frozen vegetables, or legumes for speed and minimal cookware. Sausage, roast chicken, broccoli, spinach, cranberries, or dates pair well with the squash.
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