Description
Apple and Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash is the quintessential fall dish, featuring tender, roasted acorn squash filled with a savory blend of ground sausage, tart apples, and fragrant herbs. This comforting recipe not only warms the soul but also makes for a stunning centerpiece at any autumn gathering. Perfect for family dinners or holiday celebrations, it’s a delicious way to embrace seasonal flavors while impressing your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium acorn squashes
- 1 lb ground sausage (pork or turkey)
- 2 medium tart apples (like Granny Smith), diced
- 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Halve the acorn squashes lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground sausage until browned. Add onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in diced apples and thyme; cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Generously fill each squash half with the sausage-apple mixture.
- Place stuffed squashes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for 30-35 minutes or until fork-tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed acorn squash half (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg