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Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe Savory Sausage Technique

Acorn Squash with Savory Sausage Stuffing
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Stuffed acorn squash recipe with savory sausage Our easy technique makes a delicious hearty meal Perfect for a savory comforting dinner

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium acorn squash
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or hot), removed from casing
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Granny Smith apple, diced
  • 2 cups bread cubes
  • 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Maple syrup for brushing (optional)

    • Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Carefully cut the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until just tender.
  • While squash roasts, cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up, until browned. Remove sausage, leaving drippings in the pan.
  • In the same skillet, sauté onion and celery until soft. Add garlic and apple, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  • Return cooked sausage to the skillet. Add bread cubes, fresh herbs, and broth. Stir to combine into a cohesive stuffing mixture.
  • Flip the par-baked squash halves so the cavities face up. Generously mound the sausage stuffing into each half.
  • Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for another 20-25 minutes, until the stuffing is golden and the squash is fork-tender. Optionally, brush the squash edges with maple syrup halfway through for extra caramelization.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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