"Becca" > wrote in message
> If you like the taste of carrots, you might like acorn squash. They are
> hard to cut in half, so nuke it for a minute or two, then the knife will
> slice right through it (lengthwise). Scoop out the seeds, place flesh
> side down in a microwave safe container, add a tablespoon of water, cover,
> and cook for 8-10 minutes. They are good with butter and maybe a little
> brown sugar.
>
> Becca

Good roasted in the oven like that too. No water needed.