Pecan Crisp Acorn Squash

Name: Pecan Crisp Acorn Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 (1 lb) acorn squash; 2/3 cup Ritz cracker, crushed; 1/3 cup pecans, coarsley chopped; 1/3 cup melted butter; 3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 dash chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Submitted by Zetty66

"What an elegant side dish for Thanksgiving or just for tonight. Allows individual servings for everyone."

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Ready In:: 1hr
Ingredients:: 8
Serves:: 8

ingredients

2 (1 lb) acorn squash
²⁄₃ cup Ritz cracker, crushed
¹⁄₃ cup pecans, coarsley chopped
¹⁄₃ cup melted butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
¹⁄₄ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 dash chili powder
¹⁄₂ teaspoon ground cinnamon

directions

Cut each squash in half, scooping out seeds and membranes.
Place the squash cut side down in a microwave safe dish. Add 1/2 inch of water to the dish and microwave on high for 12-15 minutes or until squash is tender. Cool slightly.
Combine crackers through cinnamon in a bowl.
Cut each squash half into 2 equal pieces.
Fill each squash piece with the combined ingredients.
Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes or until stuffing is melted and lightly browned.