Best 3 Acorn Squash With Bacon Recipes

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Acorn squash is a delicious and versatile winter squash that can be roasted, baked, or stuffed. In this article, we'll share three of our favorite acorn squash recipes that are perfect for a fall or winter meal. Our first recipe is for a classic roasted acorn squash with butter and brown sugar. This simple dish is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Our second recipe is for a more savory acorn squash dish, stuffed with sausage, apples, and cranberries. This hearty dish is perfect for a cold night. And our third recipe is for a sweet and savory acorn squash soup, made with apple cider and maple syrup. This soup is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. No matter how you choose to prepare it, acorn squash is a delicious and nutritious vegetable that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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ACORN SQUASH WITH BACON



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I did not, get this from any one ! This is a hand-me down recipe, my Mom, Grandma, her Mom Ect.... Like it love, "tweek" it to your own taste. I have never been told YUCK just where did you get this recipe? Simple, tasty, smokey and loved !

Provided by Cheri B

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 each, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 acorn squash
8 slices bacon, use your favorite
8 tablespoons butter
4 teaspoons cinnamon
salt & pepper
after much time i have looked at this recipe and realize my Mistake
there is no sweeteners add about 2 tablespoons per 1/2 brown sugar
use honey or syrup, at your discretion

Steps:

  • I like to buy the squash a month or two ahead of time to let it ripen, so that the squash turns yellow all the way around, not just on the bottom. That is when they are ripe. But if you didn't, don't let it stop you from making this recipe !
  • Cut squash in 1/2 with the grooves.
  • Remove the pulp with the seeds, and cut thin slice off back half, so the half lays steady-flat with out tipping, but try do not cut through the center.
  • Place squash in greased oven proof pan.
  • Place butter around edges of squash, and some in center, of each half.
  • You will use 1 tablespoon for each half, more or less. This depends on how buttery you want it.
  • Sprinkle with cinnamon, salt and pepper to taste, and then place bacon around edges of squash.
  • Cover entire dish with foil, bake at 350 degrees, 45 minutes, or until done.
  • To test for doneness, be careful when removing foil,steam will come out, fork test squash for tenderness, when done it will be soft all the way through, to skin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.6, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 17, Cholesterol 71.9, Sodium 342.8, Carbohydrate 24.7, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.9

ACORN SQUASH WITH BACON, APPLE AND SWISS



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Wanted a savory squash recipe. Tweaked an existing one from Betty Crocker to make a side dish; now I've got a keeper that's a meal!

Provided by sidMILB

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (12 -16 ounce) acorn squash
3 slices bacon
1/2 cup apple, chopped, peeled (I used golden delicious, I'm sure any would work well)
1/4 cup onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
ground pepper
1 cup seasoned stuffing mix (I used herbed, cubed bread stuffing)
1/4-1/2 cup water, depending on your preference for stuffing consistency
1/4 cup swiss cheese, shredded (I used deli slices that I finely cubed)
1 tablespoon toasted breadcrumb (optional)
1/8 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (optional)
1 teaspoon green onion, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Halve squash.
  • Remove seeds and pulp.
  • Place squash, cut side down, in a shallow baking dish.
  • Add water.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • In a medium saute or sauce pan over medium heat, cook bacon until some fat is rendered (3 min).
  • Add onion and saute/sweat for 3 minutes-ish.
  • Add sage, rosemary,thyme, and pepper (or anything else you'd like).
  • Add apple and saute/sweat for 2 minutes-ish.
  • Add garlic and saute/sweat for 2 minutes-ish.
  • Drain if needed.
  • Stir in stuffing mix and water.
  • Once stuffing mix is moist, stir in cheese.
  • Spoon stuffing into prepared squash.
  • Cover with loosely with foil.
  • Bake about 20 minutes more.
  • I removed foil; topped with optional topping (below) and baked for last five minutes.
  • Optional topping:.
  • Mix bread crumbs and olive oil.
  • Mix in parsley and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.8, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 35.5, Sodium 317.2, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 9.6

TWICE-BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH BACON



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Try acorn squash with this delicious Twice-Baked Acorn Squash with Bacon recipe. Twice-baked acorn squash cooks up tender, creamy and delicious in this easy acorn squash with bacon side dish-and it's a great way to use both bacon bits or turkey bacon bits!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 acorn squash (2 lb.), cut in half, seeded
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained
1/2 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese
3 Tbsp. OSCAR MAYER Turkey Bacon Bits
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, softened
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1/8 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 Tbsp. fresh bread crumbs
1 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place squash, cut sides down, in 13x9-inch baking dish. Bake 50 to 55 min. or until tender.
  • Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-inch-thick shells. Place shells, cut sides up, in same baking dish. Combine pulp with spinach, shredded cheese, bacon bits, butter, green onions and pepper. Spoon into squash shells. Mix bread crumbs and Parmesan; sprinkle over filling.
  • Bake 25 to 30 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash: Look for acorn squash that is heavy for its size and has a deep green color. Avoid squash that has blemishes or soft spots.
  • Prepare the squash properly: Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Roast the squash: Place the squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 400°F for 30-40 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
  • Cook the bacon: While the squash is roasting, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain the bacon on paper towels.
  • Make the filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked bacon, chopped onion, celery, and cranberries. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stuff the squash: Spoon the filling into the roasted squash halves. Top with shredded cheese and pecans.
  • Bake the stuffed squash: Place the stuffed squash halves back in the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Acorn squash with bacon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a fall meal. With its sweet and savory flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare acorn squash, give this recipe a try!

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