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Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash: A Cozy Fall Favorite

Savor the essence of autumn with Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash, a flavor-packed, comforting dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 squashes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 2 pieces Acorn Squash trimmed tops and bottoms
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for brushing and sautéing
For the Filling
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion can substitute with shallots
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper green bell pepper can be substituted
  • 1 stalk Celery easily interchangeable with diced carrots or zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme use half if dried
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced, fresh is best
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage can substitute with turkey or plant-based
  • 2 cups Curly Kale or spinach as a replacement
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated, can swap for non-dairy

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Trim the tops and bottoms of the acorn squash to ensure they sit flat. Cut each squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Brush with olive oil and place cut-side down on the baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery; sauté for 3-5 minutes until soft. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  4. Add minced garlic and sausage to the skillet; cook for 8 minutes until the sausage is browned and cooked through.
  5. Mix in chopped curly kale and cover the skillet for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and stir in half of the grated parmesan.
  6. Turn the roasted squash cut-side up, fill each half with the sausage mixture, and top with remaining parmesan.
  7. Broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  8. Let cool briefly, serve warm, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1squashCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and customizing to suit various diet preferences. Leftovers can be stored for up to four days.

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