APPLE & WALNUT STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
Got an acorn squash that's just hanging out with nothing to do? Here's a simple way to cook it, then stuff it with a spicy apple-walnut filling.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 32m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut off and discard small piece from pointed end of squash. Cut squash crosswise in half; remove and discard seeds. Place, cut sides down, on microwaveable plate. Microwave on HIGH 10 to 12 min. or until squash is very tender.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in small skillet on medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir 4 to 5 min. or until tender and golden brown. Stir in apples; cook 1 min. Add cream cheese; cook 1 min. or until melted, stirring frequently. Stir in nuts.
- Place squash, cut sides up, on serving platter; fill centers with apple mixture. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 80 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g
APPLE-STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is the most incredible recipe that I make every Thanksgiving.
Provided by cksmom1
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the squash onto a baking sheet cut side down. Fill the baking sheet with 1/2 inch of water.
- Bake the squash in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Drain off any water remaining in the baking sheet.
- While the squash is baking, melt the margarine in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion and apple in the margarine until the onion has softened and turned translucent, 10 to 15 minutes. Scrape the mixture into a bowl to cool until the squash has finished baking.
- Once the squash is done, stir the raisins, brown sugar, cinnamon, and Cheddar cheese into the apple mixture. Turn the squash cut side up on the baking sheet and fill with the apple mixture. Return the squash to the oven; bake until the filling is hot and the cheese has melted, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.2 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 29.7 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 228.7 mg, Sugar 24.8 g
CHEESY RICE-STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
Steps:
- Position a rack in the upper third of the oven; preheat to 425 degrees F. Put the squash, cut-side up, in a large microwave-safe dish with 1 tablespoon water; dot with 1 tablespoon butter and season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and pierce with a knife to vent. Microwave until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute. Add the flour and cook, stirring, 3 minutes. Whisk in the milk until smooth, then bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add the cheese, stirring to melt. Add the nutmeg, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Stir in the rice and spinach.
- Transfer the squash to a rimmed baking sheet and fill with the rice mixture. Sprinkle with more cheese and bake until lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Top with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calorie, Fat 25 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Cholesterol 78 milligrams, Sodium 727 milligrams, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 20 grams
CHEESY APPLE AND WALNUT STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
Stuff this squash bowl with cheese, apples, and Fisher walnuts for a dinner to remember.
Categories appetizers dinner partnerships Fisher
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425° with a rack in the center position. Rub the squash with the oil and roast on a large baking sheet, cut sides down, until tender, about 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the filling: In a small saucepan, bring the quinoa and broth to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook, covered, until the liquid has been absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes; gently fluff with a fork.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet, then add the shallot, garlic, and sage. Cook until the shallot is lightly golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and add the apple. Cook until the apples are tender, about 2 minutes longer. Transfer to a large bowl and toss with the quinoa, blue cheese, and walnuts. Season with more salt to taste.
- Invert the acorn squash and fill each cavity with the stuffing mixture. Drizzle the maple syrup over the squash and return to the oven. Bake until the filling is golden brown, about 30 minutes.
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This squash has a delicate hint of orange combined with dried cranberries and a tart apple for a true taste delight. The maple syrup adds a delicate touch of sweetness.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Apple
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the squash in half; discard seeds.
- Place the squash cut side down in a microwave safe dish; add 1/2 inch of water.
- Microwave on high, uncovered, for 10 to 12 minutes or until tender; drain.
- While the squash is cooking, melt the butter in a non-stick skillet and add the diced apple.
- Cook, stirring frequently for 2 to 3 minutes, add the orange juice, apple pie spice, cranberries and chopped pecans.
- Continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until the orange juice has evaporated, stir in orange zest.
- Divide the mixture between the squash halves, drizzle with maple syrup and place under broiler for a few minutes to brown lightly.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
- Hint: For easier cutting of the squash, place in microwave and microwave on high for 1 minute or until slightly warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.9, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 10.1, Sodium 42.6, Carbohydrate 48.3, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 18.4, Protein 3.6
BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH APPLE STUFFING
So, so good with pork.
Provided by Rebecca
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
- Place squash, cut-side down, on baking sheet.
- Combine apple, celery, water, onion, and butter in a small baking dish; cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake squash and apple mixture in the preheated oven until squash and apple are tender, about 45 minutes. Fill squash halves with apple mixture; drizzle with maple syrup and sprinkle with cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 44.1 mg, Sugar 14.9 g
MUSHROOM, APPLE, AND WALNUT STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
These savoury stuffed squash are an easy accompaniment to a festive meal or casual weeknight dinner. Meaty mushrooms add beautiful texture to the stuffing while apples add a layer of tartness and bite.
Provided by Mary Jenny
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut acorn squash in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and season the inside with salt and pepper. Place cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake about 30 minutes or until soft.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan heat olive oil. Add mushrooms and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes. Add celery and continue to sauté for 5 minutes. Lower heat and add apples. Continue to cook until apples become tender, about 5 minutes. Add butter, sage, and vegetable stock. Heat just until butter is melted. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Place chopped walnuts and diced bread in a large bowl. Pour warm vegetable stock mixture over bread. Using your hands, toss the bread until it's well coated and most of the stock is absorbed.
- Remove squash from oven and turn it cut side up. Divide the stuffing among each squash half and spoon into the cavity of each squash until filled. Return to 350°F (175°C) oven and bake until stuffing is golden brown, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Serve hot alongside a festive ham or weeknight roast chicken.
- Tip: Use Ontario Idared, Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp, or Empire apples.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.9, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 11.4, Sodium 73.7, Carbohydrate 32.3, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 5.2, Protein 3.5
CHEESY STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
Great vegetarian version of stuffed acorn squash, full of stuff most people would have in the fridge.
Provided by Nancy Van Ess
Categories Vegetable
Time 54m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F.
- Cut squash in half and remove the seeds.
- Rub the cut flesh with salt and place flesh side down in a baking dish and bake for about 35 minutes.
- While the squash is baking, sauté onion in butter until clear and add chopped broccoli florets, mushrooms and celery.
- Sauté about 4 minutes.
- Stir in walnuts and fresh basil, then sprinkle with brown sugar and soy sauce, adjust seasoning to taste. Toss to mix well.
- Check baking squash with a fork to see if it glides through the flesh.
- Stuff with vegetable mixture, top with equal amounts of grated cheese and return to oven for about 5 minutes.
- NOTES : Baked acorn squash halves stuffed with sautéed broccoli, cheese and walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.8, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 44.1, Sodium 292.5, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 2.2, Protein 7.4
ACORN SQUASH WITH APPLE STUFFING
Dress up your table with gorgeous acorn squash topped with sweet, cheesy apple stuffing. No one has to know our stellar side is so quick and easy.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut each squash piece lengthwise in half; place, cut sides down, on microwaveable plate. Microwave on HIGH 12 to15 min. or until tender.
- Meanwhile, bring water and butter to boil in medium saucepan. Add stuffing mix and apples; stir. Cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min.; stir in cheese.
- Turn squash over; fill with stuffing. Microwave 2 min. or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 420 mg, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 6 g
APPLE-STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
"You'll find this delicious squash is a welcome change from plain vegetable side dishes," assures Karen Scaglione of Nanuet, New York. "It makes a great accompaniment to pork roast."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut side up in a 9x5-in. loaf pan. Fill centers with apple. Cover and bake at 400° for 30 minutes., In a microwave-safe bowl, combine honey and butter. Cover and microwave on high for 15-20 seconds or until butter is melted. Drizzle over squash. Sprinkle with cinnamon. , Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes longer or until tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 47mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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