Best 7 Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of fall with our savory Apple-Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe. This dish combines the natural sweetness of acorn squash with a flavorful blend of sautéed apples, onion, celery, savory herbs, and aromatic spices. Perfectly roasted until tender, the acorn squash becomes a delightful vessel for the hearty stuffing, creating a symphony of textures and flavors. Accompany this dish with a side of roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Additionally, explore variations of this recipe, including a vegetarian version with lentils and walnuts, a sweet and tangy cranberry-apple stuffing, and a creamy goat cheese and spinach filling. Each variation offers a unique twist on this classic dish, catering to diverse preferences and dietary needs.

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SAUSAGE AND APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY



Sausage and Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: small acorn squashes, onion, celery, olive oil, salt, pepper, fresh rosemary, garlic, sausage, apple, panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Sides

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 small acorn squashes, or 1 large
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
3 cloves garlic, chopped
½ lb sausage
1 apple, chopped
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife cut off the very top and bottom of each squash to create a flat base on each side (being careful not to cut through the center cavity).
  • Slice the squash in half, scrape out seeds to create individual bowls for the stuffing.
  • Drizzle each squash half with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Roast in a preheated oven at 400˚F (200˚C) for 40-50 minutes - or until fork tender.
  • While squash is roasting - in a large fry pan over medium heat - heat oil and add Onion, Celery, Salt, Pepper, and Rosemary. Cook until onions begin to soften.
  • Add Garlic and Sausage, until sausage is browned on all sides.
  • Add Apple until slightly softened. Finally mix in Bread Crumbs and Parmesan cheese just until incorporated. Remove from heat.
  • Once Squash has finished roasting (when you can easily poke it with a fork) remove from oven and fill each with prepared stuffing mixture.
  • Return to Oven for 20 minutes - adding a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to the top for the final 5 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576 calories, Carbohydrate 86 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 18 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 11 grams

APPLE-STUFFED ACORN SQUASH



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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

3 acorn squash, halved and seeded
2 tablespoons stick margarine
1 cup chopped onions
3 cups peeled, seeded, and chopped Granny Smith apples
½ cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

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

APPLE-STUFFED ACORN SQUASH



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"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

1 medium acorn squash
1 cup chopped peeled apple
4 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons butter
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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.

ACORN SQUASH STUFFED WITH APPLE, CRANBERRY, AND SAUSAGE



Acorn Squash Stuffed with Apple, Cranberry, and Sausage image

Sweet (thanks to cranberry) and savory, use it as a main dish or a side.

Provided by Heather Lynn Christiansen

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash     Winter Squash     Acorn Squash

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded
¼ cup butter
1 apple, cubed
1 potato, cubed
1 link kielbasa sausage, cubed
½ cup diced onion
½ cup dried cranberries
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup shredded sharp provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place squash skin-sides down in a baking dish. Stab the outsides several times with a fork. Flip over and split butter evenly over the insides, coating the "bowls" with butter. Set aside.
  • Combine apple, potato, and kielbasa with onion and cranberries in a bowl. Pour in eggs and stir to combine. Heat a buttered frying pan over medium heat and pour in the egg mixture. Cook and stir until eggs are set, about 5 minutes. Scoop mixture into the squash bowls. Top with provolone cheese and cover with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, about 45 minutes. Remove foil for the last 15 minutes for a crispy top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 101.2 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 436.9 mg, Sugar 15.1 g

APPLE AND SAUSAGE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH



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When I think of fall, I think of squash. And although I came up with this recipe in the middle of summer, it's definitely a keeper! Definitely will be making this again. Would be a great side dish for Thanksgiving. Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy!

Provided by Chez Christine

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
2 large Gala apples, cubed
1 cup pork sausage (such as Jimmy Dean®)
½ onion, diced
1 cup raisins
⅛ teaspoon poultry seasoning
⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
⅛ teaspoon celery seed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place acorn squash cut side down on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until soft and browned, about 30 minutes.
  • Mix apples, sausage, onion, raisins, poultry seasoning, ginger, cloves, celery seed, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Spoon sausage mixture into the hollow of the acorn squash; place on the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sausage is cooked through and apples are soft, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 5.5 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 102.8 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

APPLE CREAM CHEESE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH (MICROWAVE)



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A slight twist on a classic favorite, invented when I realized I had no butter. this is a wonderful breakfast or dessert, or just something to warm you up on a cozy fall day. It's one of my ultimate comfort foods. p.s.I usually just eyeball the ingredients. There really is no right or wrong amount of each, nor is there a limit on what kinds of extras you can add. You can also substitute pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon.

Provided by Jessica H.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 acorn squash
2 apples, cubed
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup raisins (optional) or 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut acorn squash in half lengthwise and spoon out the seeds.
  • Place halves, cut side down, in a microwave-safe dish with a couple tablespoons of water.
  • Cook (covered) in microwave on high for 5 minutes or until just tender.
  • Meanwhile, slice up your apples and mix with the sugar, cinnamon, cream cheese, and the optional raisins/nuts.
  • When squash is done, turn them over and fill the holes with your apple mixture.
  • Put it back in the microwave (covered) for another 5 minutes.
  • Let squash rest for a few minutes to cool off before devouring.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.3, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 31.9, Sodium 104.6, Carbohydrate 69.5, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 40.9, Protein 4.3

SAUSAGE AND APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH



Sausage and Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash image

Categories     Dinner     Squash     Pork     Sausage

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 acorn squash, halved and seeded
1/2 tablespoon butter, melted
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon ground sage
1/2 pound pork sausage (regular seasoning)
1/4 cup cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 celery rib, finely chopped
2 ounce mushrooms, chopped
1 apples, cored and chopped (macintosh)
1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon sage
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 pinch salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the melted butter, garlic salt and 1/4 teaspoons sage; brush over cut sides and cavity of squash. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake in a large roasting pan, cut side up, at 400 degrees F for 1 hour, until squash is tender yet still holds its shape.
  • Meanwhile make stuffing: Fry pork sausage until light brown. Remove pork to a colander to drain. Drain all but 2 tablespoons drippings from frypan. Add onion, celery and mushroom; saute 4 minutes. Stir in apple and saute 2 more minutes.
  • Combine the pork, vegetables, and breadcrumbs in a large bowl.
  • Taste and season with sage, salt or pepper if needed (depending on your sausage you may not want to add more seasoning).
  • Stir in the egg and parsley.
  • Fill the squash halves with stuffing-they should be slightly mounded.
  • Return to oven and bake, covered, for 20 more minutes, until the egg is set.
  • Garnish as desired with parsley and shredded romano cheese.

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash: Look for acorn squash that is medium to large in size, with a deep green color and no blemishes.
  • Prepare the squash: Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and pulp. Brush the inside of the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Stuff the squash: Fill the squash with your desired stuffing. Some popular options include apple, sausage, and bread crumbs; wild rice, cranberries, and nuts; or black beans, corn, and salsa.
  • Bake the squash: Place the stuffed squash in a baking dish and add water or broth to the bottom of the dish. Bake the squash at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 45-60 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the filling is cooked through.
  • Serve the squash: Let the squash cool slightly before serving. You can serve it whole or cut it into wedges.

Conclusion:

Apple-stuffed acorn squash is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover apples and it is also a healthy and filling meal. With a little creativity, you can create your own unique stuffing recipe to make this dish your own.

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