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Stuffed Acorn Squash

A delightful blend of savory sausage, sweet apples, and tart cranberries, this Stuffed Acorn Squash is a cozy dish that celebrates autumn flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Vegetable Dish
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium acorn squashes
  • 1 pound sausage Any preferred type
  • 1 cup diced apples Preferably sweet varieties
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • Olive oil For drizzling
  • Fresh parsley For garnish, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the acorn squashes in half vertically and scoop out the seeds. Place them cut-side up on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Roasting
  1. Roast the squash in the oven for about 30 minutes, or until tender.
Cooking the Filling
  1. While the squash roasts, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
  2. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the diced apples, cranberries, sage, salt, and pepper to the skillet, mixing well and cooking until the apples are slightly softened.
Assembly and Final Baking
  1. Remove the roasted squash from the oven and fill each half with the sausage and apple mixture.
  2. Return the stuffed acorn squash to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes to meld the flavors.
  3. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.

Notes

Experiment with spices like cinnamon or crushed red pepper! Adjust seasonings to taste and avoid overfilling the squash.