Spicy Apple-Filled Squash
2 small acorn squash
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup butter
1 tsp. salt
¼ tsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp. cloves
1/8 tsp. nutmeg
2 Golden Delicious Apples
Wash squash and pierce with a fork. Place the whole squash on a paper towel. Microwave on full power for 8 minutes. Let stand for 3 to 4 minutes. Cut squash in half and remove seeds. Place cut sides up in baking dish. Combine sugar, butter, salt and spices. Spoon half of mixture into squash centers. Core and slice apples. Fill squash centers with apple slices. Top with remaining sugar mixture. Microwave on full power, uncovered, for 4 to 5 minutes or until tender. Serves 4.
