How do I cut an acorn squash?
Acorn squashes are notoriously difficult to cut.

There are two techniques, short of a bandsaw, that can make it easier:


Using a sharp chef's knife, chop into the side.  Now, lay a folded towel over the top of the blade, and tap it with a wooden meat mallet similar, slowly pushing it through.
Use a cleaver (not the delicate oriental style).  You won't have the precision, but it does the job.


I have not tried it, but I suspect an electric knife will also do the job very well.