Stuffed Acorn Squash
Roasted Acorn Squash Bowls filled with a delectable blend of bread stuffing, crunchy nuts, and aromatic herbs capture the essence of the season in a single dish.
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Cook Time45 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
Servings: 4 servings
- 2 Acorn Squash
- 1 cup Bread Cubes
- 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Pecans or Walnuts
- 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Herbs Sage, Thyme, Rosemary
- 1/4 cup Diced Onion
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 1/4 cup Dried Cranberries or Raisins
- 1/4 cup Vegetable or Chicken Broth
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
Preheat the Oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Squash Halves and place them on a baking sheet, cut sides up.
Coat the squash with Olive Oil using a Basting Brush.
Roast the squash in the preheated oven until tender and golden.
Sauté onions in a Skillet until golden, add Garlic and Nuts, then Bread Cubes, Herbs, and Cranberries/Raisins.
Pour in Broth and mix until stuffing is well combined.
Stuff the roasted squash halves with the prepared stuffing.
Return stuffed squash to the oven and roast until the stuffing is golden.
Allow the squash to cool slightly before serving.
- Soften squash skin in the microwave before cutting.
- Roast leftover squash seeds for a crunchy snack.
- Add citrus zest for an aromatic flavor boost.
- Check squash tenderness with a fork during roasting.
- Prepare stuffing ahead of time for convenience.
- Cover stuffed squash with foil for moistness.
- Let roasted squash cool slightly before serving.
- Reheat leftover squash in the oven or microwave.
- Add fresh herbs or nuts for reheating to revive flavors.
- Get kids involved for a fun family cooking experience.
- Set the ambiance with scented candles or music.