For a vegetarian option, substitute the sausage with sautéed mushrooms and chopped walnuts. Feel free to experiment with other dried fruits like cherries or apricots for a different flavor profile. A sprinkle of toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds adds a nice textural contrast before serving. If you don't have wild rice, brown rice or quinoa can be used as a substitute.
Autumn Stuffed Acorn Squash
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME50 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS51
Embrace the essence of autumn with these delightful stuffed acorn squash. The gentle sweetness of maple, combined with the tartness of cranberries and savory sausage, creates a symphony of fall flavors. Perfect as a comforting weeknight meal or an elegant dish for entertaining.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate49 g
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Cholesterol73 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein19 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium1085 mg
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Sugar17 g
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Fat28 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
02
StepArrange squash halves, cut-side up, in a roasting pan. Prick the flesh of each half with a fork to create grooves. Sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; dot with butter pieces.
03
StepBake in the preheated oven until the squash is tender enough to pierce easily with a fork, about 30-40 minutes.
04
StepWhile the squash is baking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbled, about 5-7 minutes; drain and discard any excess grease. Add wild rice, cranberries, and chicken stock; cook and stir until the rice and cranberries have absorbed most of the chicken stock, about 5 minutes.
05
StepSpoon the sausage filling generously into each squash half. Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake until the flavors have melded together beautifully, about 5-10 minutes.
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Chloe Williamson
Apr 9, 2025Easy to follow instructions and a delicious result. I will definitely be making this again.
Nichole Sipes
Apr 1, 2025This recipe is a fall staple in my house! The maple sausage really makes it special.
April Swift
Mar 19, 2025I used a different type of sausage, but it still turned out great!
Joesph Morissette
Feb 15, 2025The squash was perfectly cooked and the filling was so flavorful. My family devoured it!
Stan Steuber
Jan 7, 2025I added some chopped apples to the stuffing for extra sweetness and texture. It was a great addition!
Sister Fahey
Dec 18, 2024I skipped the maple flavoring as I don't usually like sweet dishes, and it was a very tasty squash still. Thank you!
Anabelle Wiegand
Dec 12, 2024I made this for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors.
Candelario Leannon
Nov 11, 2024Make sure you prick the squash well with the fork, otherwise they may burst in the oven!