How to Steam Acorn Squash Videos
Miranda Valentine, founder/editor of the popular lifestyle blog Everything Sounds Better in French gives a demonstration on the process of steaming an acorn squash.
Steaming is a healthy and quick way to cook acorn squash. It takes about 20-25 minutes and requires no ingredients other than the squash itself. This recipe is made using a strainer and a large pot.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPb17dnl2UU A sharp knife may be required to cut through the skin of the squash.
Steamed acorn squash is often served as a side dish with a main meal. The squash is available year round. It recieved the name "acorn" because it is one of the smaller members of the squash family. An acorn squash will range from one to three pounds, and has a sweet taste. Most commonly, the squash is green; however, different colors are also available.http://whatscookingamerica.net/squash.htm
How to Steam Acorn Squash Ingredients
1/4 acorn squash, cut and cleaned
How to Steam Acorn Squash Equipment
- Strainer
- Large pot
How to Steam Acorn Squash Recipe
- Boil about one inch of water in the pot. Place the steamer in the pot, above the water.
- Place the acorn squash on the strainer, cut side down, and leave it to steam for 20 minutes.
- After 20-25 minutes, check to see if the squash is cooked. Do this by poking the squash with a fork. If the fork enters easily, the squash is ready to serve.
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Tips on How to Steam Acorn Squash
- Steaming vegetables is healthier than frying them in oil.
- This recipe only uses a quarter of an acorn squash, but you can use any amount you want; just adjust the water level and cooking time.
- Check the squash for doneness using a fork before removing it from the pot.
- Turn off the heat on the pan before removing the squash.
