Best 6 Twice Baked Acorn Squash Recipes

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Twice baked acorn squash is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or main course. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Acorn squash is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. This recipe yields a creamy, flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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TWICE-BAKED ACORN SQUASH W/ MAPLE BUTTER AND PECANS



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Provided by Adrianna Adarme

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 acorn squash (halved)
1 large russet potato (1 pound, peeled and diced)
1/4 cup creme fraiche
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
Salt
Pepper
2 tablespoons maple syrup
Handful of pecans (roughly chopped)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment. Place the halved acorn squash side by side, flesh side down, on the baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, until squash is tender. When the squash is cooked, use a fork to carefully flip over the squash halves so they can cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, bring a medium saucepan filled with water to a boil. Add the diced potato and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain in a colander and set aside to cool slightly. Run the diced potato through a potato ricer and into the empty medium saucepan (you can use the same one you boiled the potato in - no need to clean it!). Add the creme fraiche, 1 tablespoon butter and a few pinches of salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Discard the seeds from the acorn squash. Scoop out the flesh, being sure to leave enough squash so the shells still have structure, and add it to the potato mixture. Place the saucepan over medium heat and mix until combined. Adjust the salt and pepper to your liking.
  • Refill the acorn squash shells with the potato/acorn squash mixture. Note: you'll have enough for 5 shells; discard the 6th shell. Make nice swoops using the back of a spoon. Turn on your broiler and place the acorn squash shells underneath until the tops are a bit toasty - be sure to keep an eye on it, about 3 minutes. Meanwhile, add the remaining butter (3 tablespoons) to a small saucepan, along with the maple syrup and a few pinches of salt.
  • When the squash exit the broiler, spoon the maple butter over them and top with the chopped pecans.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 5 g

TWICE-BAKED ACORN SQUASH



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Once you taste Holly Ogilvie's scrumptious side dish, you'll want to double your garden space for squash! "Acorn is my favorite kind of winter squash," she says from Lino Lakes, Minnesota. "It's so versatile-I use it in all kinds of recipes. And the hollowed-out shells make such pretty serving bowls."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium acorn squash (1-1/2 pounds each)
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
10 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash to 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash upside down on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until tender. Scoop out squash, leaving a 1/4-in. shell., In a large bowl, combine the squash pulp, spinach, bacon, 6 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, green onion, butter, salt and cayenne. , Spoon into shells. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 579mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TWICE BAKED ACORN SQUASH



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Categories     Dinner     Squash     Bake     Side

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Medium acorn squash
10 ounce Frozen chopped spinach, squeezed dry
4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion
2 chopped hardboiled eggs
2 tablespoon softened butter
1 dash cayene pepper
10 tablespoon shredded parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half and discard seeds.
  • Please squash upside down on a baking sheet that is coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour, until tender.
  • Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4" shell
  • In a bowl, mix pulp, spinach, bacon, green onion, butter, cayene, and 6 tablespoons of cheese. Salt to taste.
  • Spoon mixture back into the acorn shells. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes at 350. Top should be golden brown.

ROASTED ACORN SQUASH HALVES



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Acorn squash is simply prepared with butter, salt and pepper but the caramelization from being roasted is the secret ingredient.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 large acorn squash rinsed (about 11/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Halve the squash and scoop out and discard the seeds and strings.
  • Put the squash halves on a baking sheet. Brush with the butter and sprinkle them with the salt and a few grinds of pepper. Roast until they are brown and tender, 50 to 55 minutes.
  • Transfer the squash to a serving plate and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if using. Serve warm or at room temperature.

BAKED ACORN SQUASH



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This is a very easy and yummy vegetable side dish to make!!

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup butter, diced
6 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place squash in a shallow baking pan, cut side down.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until tender.
  • Turn cut side up; season with salt and pepper, dot with butter and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  • Bake for 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.8 calories, Carbohydrate 56.7 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 97.4 mg, Sugar 19.8 g

TWICE-BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH BACON



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Try acorn squash with this delicious Twice-Baked Acorn Squash with Bacon recipe. Twice-baked acorn squash cooks up tender, creamy and delicious in this easy acorn squash with bacon side dish-and it's a great way to use both bacon bits or turkey bacon bits!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 acorn squash (2 lb.), cut in half, seeded
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained
1/2 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese
3 Tbsp. OSCAR MAYER Turkey Bacon Bits
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, softened
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1/8 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 Tbsp. fresh bread crumbs
1 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place squash, cut sides down, in 13x9-inch baking dish. Bake 50 to 55 min. or until tender.
  • Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-inch-thick shells. Place shells, cut sides up, in same baking dish. Combine pulp with spinach, shredded cheese, bacon bits, butter, green onions and pepper. Spoon into squash shells. Mix bread crumbs and Parmesan; sprinkle over filling.
  • Bake 25 to 30 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right acorn squash: Look for medium-sized acorn squash that are heavy for their size and have a deep orange color.
  • Cook the squash until it is tender: The squash should be tender enough to easily pierce with a fork, but not so soft that it falls apart.
  • Stuff the squash with a variety of fillings: There are many different fillings that can be used to stuff acorn squash, such as bread crumbs, sausage, cheese, vegetables, and nuts.
  • Bake the stuffed squash until it is golden brown: The squash should be baked until the filling is heated through and the top is golden brown.
  • Serve the squash immediately: Twice-baked acorn squash is best served immediately after it is baked.

Conclusion:

Twice-baked acorn squash is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover squash, and it is also a healthy and nutritious meal. With its creamy filling, crispy topping, and sweet and savory flavor, twice-baked acorn squash is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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