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Sausage and Apple Stuffed Honeynut Squash

Sausage and Apple Stuffed Honeynut Squash: Cozy Comfort Awaits

Sausage and Apple Stuffed Honeynut Squash combines savory and sweet for the ultimate autumn comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 2 pieces Honeynut Squash halved and seeded
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Sweet Italian Sausage or turkey sausage
  • 1 cup Apple (tart variety) diced
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup brown sugar can be used as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Pecans/Walnuts optional for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Halve the honeynut squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  3. Cook the sweet Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Add the diced tart apples to the sausage and mix, sautéing for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Stir in the maple syrup and nuts (if using) into the sausage-apple mixture.
  6. Stuff each half of the honeynut squash with the sausage and apple mixture.
  7. Arrange the stuffed squash on a baking sheet with space between each half.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with fresh thyme and extra nuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients and monitor baking to ensure perfect texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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