AUTUMN ACORN SQUASH

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This quick and easy dish is a meal in itself. I serve this quite often during the fall and winter months. I was born and raised on eastern Long Island and am whole-heartedly a country person.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium acorn squash
1/2 pound ground turkey
1 egg
1/2 cup cooked wild rice
1/2 cup chopped peeled tart apple
1/2 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half and discard seeds; set squash aside. In a skillet over medium heat, cook turkey until no longer pink; drain. Add egg, rice,apple, cranberries, celery, salt, parsley, allspice and cardamom. Spoon into squash halves; place in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Fill dish with hot water to a depth of 1/2 in. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until the squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts :

Jeandre LecornuVanZyl
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The squash was not cooked through and the filling was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Cabdi Aden
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I'll try finding a simpler acorn squash recipe next time.


Psychic Love
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The squash was a bit dry, but the filling was very tasty. I'll try adding some more butter or oil to the squash next time.


Laxmi Acharya
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of maple syrup in the filling next time.


Saim rehman
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The squash was a bit undercooked for my taste, but the filling was delicious. I'll try roasting the squash for a few minutes longer next time.


Miss Khadija
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper to the filling and it was much better.


Daymond Perryman
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I'm not a huge fan of acorn squash, but this recipe was really good! The squash was roasted perfectly and the filling was flavorful and satisfying.


Sujan Bormon
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The squash was tender and flavorful, and the filling was perfectly seasoned.


Fahim Bhuyah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the squash turned out perfectly. The filling was also very tasty. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Nwankwo Prosper
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The squash was delicious and the filling was flavorful and satisfying. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves acorn squash.


Armstrong Morris
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the squash and the filling. I'll definitely be making this again for future gatherings.


Yadav GAMER
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The squash was tender and flavorful, and the filling was perfectly seasoned. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and tasty fall dish.


Kiran Chy
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I'm not usually a fan of acorn squash, but this recipe changed my mind! The squash was roasted to perfection and the filling was savory and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Joseph Kuel
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The squash is always tender and flavorful, and the filling is perfectly balanced. I love that it's a healthy and delicious dish that can be served as a side or main course.


Shay F
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This acorn squash recipe was a hit! The squash was perfectly roasted and the filling was flavorful and satisfying. I especially loved the crispy sage leaves. Will definitely make this again!