I Tried Acorn Squash in the Instant Pot…Yum!

Since purchasing my Instant Pot, I have tried cooking a lot of new foods I was hesitant to try before. Different varieties of squash probably being the biggest. I have learned that I don’t like Spaghetti Squash no matter how it is prepared, but love Butternut Squash (check out my soup recipe here!). Aldi has Acorn Squash on sale this week, so I thought, why not? I purchased two (for less than $1.50!), but could only fit one in the Instant Pot once I cut it in half. I was worried it would not be enough for my family of three. But it turned out that one was enough of a side for us and both my husband and son enjoyed it. So win-win!

Here is what I did:

Materials:

• Instant Pot 6qt Duo

• Instant Pot Trivet
• Spoon
• Tongs

• Measuring Cup

• Knife
• Cutting board

Ingredients:

• Acorn Squash
• 1 cup water
• 2 tbs butter
• Salt
• Pepper

Procedure:

1. Wash Acorn Squash and remove any labels.
2. Cut Acorn Squash in half and, using a spoon, scoop out any seeds.
3. Place water and trivet in inner pot of IP.
4. Place Acorn Squash side by side, cut side up on trivet.
5. Place 1tbs butter in each half, season with salt and pepper.
6. Close lid and seal vent. Set at Manual on High pressure for 5 minutes. NPR for 15 min.
7. When done, careful remove from pot using tongs or a large spoon.
8. Enjoy!