Acorn Squash with Apple

Directions

1. 1
   To easily peel the acorn squash without losing a lot of vegetable, gently drop the squash in a large pot of boiling water, and boil for 15 minutes.
2. 2
   Pour off the boiling water and fill with cold water and let sit 5 minutes to cool.
3. 3
   When cool enough to handle, use a knife to slice off the peel on the ridges and use a teaspoon to dig out the peel in the valleys.
4. 4
   Slice the squash in half and remove the seeds and stem.
5. 5
   Then slice the halves into sections and finally cut into 1 inch chunks.
6. 6
   Place the squash chunks into a large microwave-safe bowl along with the apples.
7. 7
   Dot with pieces of butter.
8. 8
   Sprinkle the brown sugar, walnuts, salt and cinnamon over the top.
9. 9
   Cover with plastic wrap, and poke a few holes in it for ventilation.
10. 10
    Cook in the microwave for 7 1/2 minutes on full power.
11. 11
    Remove, uncover, and stir.
12. 12
    Return to the microwave, and cook for another 7 1/2 minutes on full power, until tender.
13. 13
    Serve hot.