Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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     3/4  pound         winter squash -- (untrimmed), per
                        -- person

Preparation:

A whole acorn squash can be microwaved. Pierce the squash in 4 or 5 places with a sharp knife. Place on a paper towel. Cook on high until tender, 7 to 10 minutes, turning the squash over after 4 minutes. Cover with a cloth and let stand for 5 minutes. For squash cut into 1-inch cubes, place in a 2-quart baking dish. Cover and cook on high until tender, 6 minutes, stirring after 3 minutes. Let stand, covered for 2 minutes. For slices, cover and cook on high heat until tender, 7 minutes, stirring after 3 minutes. Let stand, covered, for 2 minutes.