STUFFED ACORN SQUASH

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Although technically this is a side, I think it can easily serve as a main dish. I think it brings all the flavors of Thanksgiving to the table.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 medium acorn squash
1/2 lb mild italian sausage
1/2 c onion, chopped
1/4 c celery and celery leaves, chopped
1 1/2 c day old corn bread, crumbled (may sub cornbread stuffing mix)
3 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 tsp dried whole thyme
1/4 to 1/2 c chicken broth
1/2 c pecans, chopped
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground white pepper
1 dash(es) ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the squash in half lengthwise; remove and discard seeds and membranes. Place squash, cut side down, in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish. Pour water into the dish to a depth of 1 inch. Bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven; drain well. Return the squash halves to the dish, cut side up. Set aside.
  • 2. Remove casings from sausage; saute sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, stirring to crumble the meat. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon, reserving the drippings. Set the sausage aside.
  • 3. Saute onion and celery in the drippings in the skillet until tender. Drain, discarding the drippings. Place the sauteed vegetables in a large bowl. Add reserved sausage, cornbread, parsley, and thyme stir well. Add the chicken broth; stir until the dry ingredients are moistened. Add and remaining ingredients; stir well.
  • 4. Spoon the cornbread mixture evenly into the squash cavities. Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes or until the squash is tender and the stuffing is thoroughly heated.

rayg tik
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The squash is tender and flavorful, and the filling is delicious.


oladeji family
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squash. I had some roasted butternut squash from a previous recipe, and it worked perfectly in this dish.


M khalid M Khalid
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The squash was tender and flavorful, and the filling was delicious.


María Guadalupe Carrasco Saucedo
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and impressive, but it's also easy to make.


Alana Mccoy
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I loved the crispy pecan topping! It added a nice crunch to the dish.


Ruby Ruzy
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The squash was a bit undercooked for my taste, but the filling was delicious. I would recommend cooking the squash for a few extra minutes.


Rahma Yosuif
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian main course. The squash is a hearty and filling base for the flavorful stuffing.


Sebaga Madilola
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The squash was tender and the filling was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Milly Komape
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This dish is perfect for a cozy fall evening. The squash is warm and comforting, and the filling is hearty and satisfying.


Nicolas Gonz√°lez
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I'm not a big fan of acorn squash, but I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. The squash was roasted to perfection and the filling was flavorful and savory.


Se'Renity Hernandez
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me, but the end result was worth it. The squash was tender and flavorful, and the stuffing was delicious.


pinky ngcobo
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The stuffing was a little bland for my taste, but the squash was cooked perfectly.


Abanda Princely
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I love that this recipe uses healthy ingredients like quinoa and butternut squash. It's a delicious and nutritious meal.


Rahwa Khiar
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This dish is perfect for a fall dinner party. It's elegant and impressive, but it's also easy to make.


Tilak Ghimire
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet squash, savory filling, and crunchy pecans is irresistible.


Sheikh Ejaz
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This stuffed acorn squash recipe was a hit with my family! The squash was tender and flavorful, and the filling was savory and satisfying. I especially loved the crispy pecan topping.


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