Lindsey Nair

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3 acorn squash

1/2 tsp. salt

4 medium apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped

1 small orange, peeled, seeded and finely chopped

1 cup cooked, diced ham

1/4 cup light brown sugar

1/4 cup butter

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Cut squash in halves lengthwise and remove seeds and pulp. Sprinkle salt over cut halves.

Combine chopped apples and orange, diced ham, brown sugar and butter. Spoon mixture into the prepared squash halves, dividing evenly.

Place halves in shallow baking pans. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until squash is tender. Serves 6.

— Source: www.about.com: Southern U.S. Cuisine.