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Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash

Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash: Your New Fall Favorite!

Delight in this Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash, a comforting mix of roasted squash and sweet apples, perfect for the fall season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 squash halves
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 2 pieces Acorn Squash Firm and heavy squash
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or any heart-healthy cooking oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Or vegan butter or coconut oil
  • 2 cups Apples (Gala or Fuji) Diced
  • 1 cup Walnuts Or pecans, can omit for nut-free
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Or maple sugar/coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Or agave syrup

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • medium skillet
  • sharp knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the squash halves cut side down on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until fork-tender.
  4. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced apples, walnuts, and dried cranberries; sauté for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Fill the roasted squash with the apple mixture.
  7. Drizzle maple syrup over the filling in each half.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1half squashCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use firm squash and apples for best results. Prepare the filling ahead of time for convenience.

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