Best 5 Cranberry Sauce For Acorn Squash Recipes
Acorn squash is a versatile winter squash that can be roasted, baked, or stuffed. When roasted, the squash develops a caramelized flavor and a tender, creamy texture. This recipe for Cranberry Sauce for Acorn Squash pairs the roasted squash with a tangy and sweet cranberry sauce made with fresh or frozen cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and spices. The cranberry sauce is a perfect complement to the roasted squash, and the two dishes can be served together as a side dish or main course.
The recipe also includes instructions for making a vegan version of the cranberry sauce, using maple syrup instead of sugar. Additionally, there are tips for roasting acorn squash and suggestions for other ways to serve the roasted squash, such as with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, or with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
ACORN SQUASH WITH CRANBERRY STUFFING
If you have squash or cranberry lovers at the table, here's your new go-to recipe. It's colorful, the blend of flavors is delicious and it's a fitting addition to a Thanksgiving menu. -Dorothy Pritchett, Wills Point, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Cut a thin slice from the bottom of squash halves so they sit flat. Place squash hollow side down in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Add 1/2 in. water. Cover and bake at 375° for 45 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add the apple, salt, lemon juice and pepper. Cook, uncovered, over medium-low heat until apple is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cranberries, sugar and water. Cook and stir until berries pop and liquid is syrupy. , Turn squash halves over; fill with cranberry mixture. Cover and bake 10-15 minutes longer or until squash is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
BAKED CRANBERRY ACORN SQUASH
Make and share this Baked Cranberry Acorn Squash recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tonkcats
Categories Vegetable
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut squash in half lengthwise; remove seeds.
- Place cut side down in 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish.
- Bake in a 350 degree oven for 35 minutes.
- Turn cut side up.
- Combine remaining ingredients; fill squash with fruit mixture. Continue baking for 25 minutes, or until squash is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.2, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 32.7, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 15.3, Protein 1.8
CRANBERRY-STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
I combine two of fall's best foods in this recipe. The pretty, fresh-tasting filling makes this an extra-special side dish.-Jim Ulberg, Elk Rapids, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Fill pan with hot water to a depth of 1/2 in. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, combine cranberries, apple, orange, brown sugar, walnuts, butter and orange zest. Drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Sprinkle with salt. Stuff with cranberry mixture. Bake 25 minutes longer or until squash is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
ACORN SQUASH & CRANBERRY-ORANGE SAUCE
A great slow cooker idea. This is a pretty squash dish even the kids will like. It goes well with roasted pork or pork chops.
Provided by venus2
Categories Vegetable
Time 6h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut each squash in half length wise; remove seeds.
- Cut squash into 1 inch thick wedges.
- Arrange squash in slow cooker.
- Heat cranberry sauce, marmalade, cinnamon and raisins; stir until smooth.
- Pour sauce over squash in cooker.
- Cover& cook on low heat setting for 6-7 hours or high heat for 3-31/2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.1, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 51.6, Carbohydrate 87.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 60.4, Protein 2.3
CRANBERRY-PECAN MICROWAVE ACORN SQUASH
This is really good for the holidays, plus it's quick and easy. Microwaving first makes it a lot easier to slice the squash.
Provided by Carol Seagraves
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash Winter Squash Acorn Squash
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pierce each squash in several places to allow steam to escape, then place 2 inches apart in the microwave. Microwave on high for 6 minutes. Remove to a cutting board.
- Cut each squash in half crosswise; remove and discard seeds. Arrange halves with cut-sides down on a microwave-safe plate.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap and microwave until tender, 7 to 9 minutes. Remove stems and cut a thin slice from the pointed ends to prevent tipping. Flip so cut-sides are facing up.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, pecans, butter, brown sugar, and nutmeg in a bowl. Spoon 1/4 of the mixture into each squash half.
- Microwave, uncovered, until filling is heated through, 2 to 5 minutes.
- Serve topped with cranberry sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.7 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 103.6 mg, Sugar 27.9 g
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