FRUIT-STUFFED ACORN SQUASH

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Holiday meals are even more festive when I serve colorful acorn squash with a fruity filling tucked inside each half. This recipe combines the delightful flavor of winter squash with the season's finest apples and cranberries. -Peggy West, Georgetown, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium acorn squash
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped tart apples
3/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Add 1 in. of hot water to the pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. , Drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Sprinkle with salt. Combine the remaining ingredients; spoon into squash. Bake 40-50 minutes longer or until squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BRIGHTEST ATARIOUZ
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Delicious and easy to make! I'll be making this again soon.


Smile Nartey
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This recipe is a winner! I highly recommend it.


demileigh Coyne
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5 stars for this recipe! It's a must-try.


Afghani Girls
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Qasim Khan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


Garbage production
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This dish is perfect for a fall dinner party. It's elegant and delicious.


Marzia Tabassum
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I love that this recipe is customizable. I added some chopped walnuts to the filling and it was delicious.


Mary Storm
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The squash is tender and the filling is packed with flavor.


Dawood Lala
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great go-to for a healthy and delicious meal.


Kristy Woodward
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it.


Emmanuel Lasisi
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This dish was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it.


TVMER
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I'm not usually a fan of acorn squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The stuffing was so good that I could have eaten it on its own.


Khan Kxp
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The squash was perfectly cooked and the filling was flavorful and satisfying.