Description
Savor the cozy flavors of autumn with this Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe. Tender acorn squash halves are filled with a savory mixture of pork sausage, sweet onions, and fresh herbs, then roasted to perfection. This dish is not only visually stunning but also versatile enough to adapt to your personal taste preferences. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, it’s sure to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium acorn squash
- 1 lb pork sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or sage
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
- Place cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook pork sausage until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and herbs; mix well.
- Flip roasted squash cut-side up and fill generously with sausage mixture.
- Return to oven for another 10-15 minutes until heated through and golden on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed half (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg