PINEAPPLE CINNAMON STUFFED ACORN SQUASH

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Show off your creativity in the kitchen with this surprising recipe. Preparation time: 15 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large acorn squash
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cut the squash in half, and remove the seeds and any excess membrane. Place cut side up in a baking dish. Cover the dish and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the cinnamon, pineapple, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger. When squash has been cooked, remove from oven. Let cool down for 10 minutes.
  • Carefully scoop out the pulp from both halves and combine with the pineapple and cinnamon mixture. Replace mixture into shells and return to the oven and bake for 7 minutes until pineapple is hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 3.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

Valerie Robinson
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This is a great recipe for a fall dinner party.


CALLISTUS MGBEANU
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Lawal Wasiu
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I'm not a big fan of pineapple, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The cinnamon flavor really balanced out the sweetness of the pineapple.


Pagel Patan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squash. The pineapple-cinnamon filling is a nice twist on the classic squash casserole.


Pirce Bappi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The squash is always cooked perfectly and the filling is delicious. I love that it's a healthy and flavorful dish.


Mohammad alananzeh
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious! The squash is tender and the filling is sweet and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Debi Rhinebeck
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of pineapple and cinnamon. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rakib 3
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it! The squash is roasted to perfection and the filling is sweet and flavorful. I would recommend this recipe for a special occasion.


Pujita Yadav
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this recipe changed my mind! The pineapple-cinnamon filling was so good, and the squash was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Badhon Sheik
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This is a great recipe for a fall dinner. The squash is hearty and filling, and the pineapple-cinnamon filling adds a touch of sweetness. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Corniche Lee
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The pineapple-cinnamon filling was delicious, but the squash was a bit undercooked for my taste. Next time, I'll cook it for a few minutes longer.


Bright Neymar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the squash turned out great! The filling was sweet and flavorful, and the squash was tender and fluffy. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Md Shagor Md Shagor
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This dish was a hit with my family! The pineapple and cinnamon flavors complemented each other perfectly, and the squash was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.