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I made this and omitted the butter, pecans, and only a dash of salt at the end of sauteing the spinach. This is a very good side dish. Since I only had one acorn squash I didn't use a whole package of spinach. Tasty and healthy!<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"09\/14\/2014 21:49","GUID":"bd4fe69da8b84d769cb728dbb74e9a87","MemberId":7413278,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"PamHill","SubmittedDate":"09\/14\/2014 21:48"},{"Comment":"
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I made acorn squash for the first time using this recipe -- my husband and I both loved it! I sauteed some fresh garlic with the onions and celery. Next time I will try the parmesan suggestion, too!<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"11\/14\/2012 15:55","GUID":"e062924ef9784c14b92ab82589f9ace5","MemberId":1593972,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mkjohnson","SubmittedDate":"11\/14\/2012 15:55"},{"Comment":"
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Loved the flavors in this recipe as well as the ease of making it. I had to microwave the squash for a few minutes (about 4) in order to cut it safely as it was so hard. Next time I will brush the cut sides with additional butter for moisture and flavor but other than that, I loved it and will make it often!<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"01\/31\/2012 16:58","GUID":"fa86eb50830041e9843c4b524e9e90e4","MemberId":5654969,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"redisaid","SubmittedDate":"01\/31\/2012 16:58"},{"Comment":"
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