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Apple and Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

Savor Fall with Apple and Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

A cozy fall dish featuring flavorful apple and sausage stuffed into acorn squash, perfect for autumn gatherings.
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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
  • 1 large Acorn Squash Choose a ripe one for optimal stuffing.
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Pork Sausage Turkey sausage is a great leaner alternative.
  • 1 Gala or Honeycrisp Apple Any sweet apple works beautifully.
  • 1 Yellow Onion Shallots can give a milder taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, but garlic powder can substitute.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Opt for gluten-free breadcrumbs to keep it gluten-free.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Vegan cheese makes a great dairy-free option.
For Preparation
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any suitable cooking oil can be used.
  • Salt Season to taste.
  • Pepper Season to taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully slice the acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and stringy flesh to create 'boats'.
  3. Place the squash halves cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for about 30 minutes.
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Sauté diced onion for 2-3 minutes, then add diced apple and minced garlic, cooking for another 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the panko breadcrumbs and half of the shredded Parmesan cheese, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until lightly toasted.
  7. Carefully fill each roasted squash half with the sausage and apple mixture, and top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed squash halfCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is great for holiday gatherings and offers a gluten-free option by using gluten-free breadcrumbs.

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