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Cozy Sausage & Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash

Cozy Sausage & Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash: A Comforting Delight

This Cozy Sausage & Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash is a heartwarming gluten-free dish, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 2 pieces Acorn Squash Substitute with butternut squash if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use avocado oil for high-heat roasting.
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Choose between mild or spicy.
  • 1 cup Honeycrisp or Gala Apple Select firm varieties.
  • 1 cup Onion Shallots can be a subtler alternative.
  • 1 cup Celery Feel free to use green bell peppers.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Halve the quantity if using dried thyme.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential for flavor.
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Can add an extra layer of sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze Can add an extra layer of sweetness.

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Place cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Add diced onion and celery to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Stir in diced apple and fresh thyme, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the apples soften. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Flip the roasted squash cut-side up and spoon the sausage-apple mixture into each half, packing the stuffing.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the filling is hot and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and drizzle with maple syrup or balsamic glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a vegetarian option, swap the sausage for cooked lentils or plant-based sausage. Prepare the squash and filling in advance for quick assembly later.

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