Best 5 Sausage N Apple Baked Squash Recipes

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Craving a hearty and flavorful fall dish? Look no further than Sausage n' Apple Baked Squash! This delectable recipe combines the savory flavors of sausage, the sweetness of apples, and the nutty taste of butternut squash into one irresistible dish. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds.

This recipe features three variations to cater to different preferences and dietary needs. The classic Sausage n' Apple Baked Squash is a meat lover's delight, featuring juicy sausage, crisp apples, and a blend of spices nestled inside a tender butternut squash. For a vegetarian twist, the Vegetarian Sausage n' Apple Baked Squash swaps out the sausage for savory vegetarian sausage, creating a dish that is just as flavorful and satisfying. And for those following a low-carb diet, the Low-Carb Sausage n' Apple Baked Squash offers a delicious alternative, using spaghetti squash instead of butternut squash and reducing the amount of sugar in the recipe.

No matter which variation you choose, you're in for a treat. The sausage and apples are perfectly complemented by the sweetness of the squash, while the spices add a touch of warmth and depth of flavor. And the best part? This dish is incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps and minimal prep time. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE SAUSAGE-STUFFED SQUASH



Apple Sausage-Stuffed Squash image

This sausage and apple stuffed acorn squash is a favorite dinner of my family. It is fancy enough to serve when company is over, too. -Carol Mays, Oregon, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium acorn squash
6 ounces bulk pork sausage
1/2 cup chopped celery, optional
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped peeled tart apple
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup sour cream
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup diced process cheese (Velveeta)

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half; remove seeds. Place cut side down in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook the sausage, celery if desired and onion over medium heat, until meat is no longer pink. Add apple; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Drain. , In a small bowl, combine the flour, egg and sour cream until smooth; stir into sausage mixture. , Turn squash over; sprinkle cut sides with salt. Stuff with sausage mixture. Bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the stuffing reads 160°. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Fat 28g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 169mg cholesterol, Sodium 800mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

ONE PAN ROASTED SQUASH, APPLE, AND SAUSAGE DINNER



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Fall means busier schedules, so this one pan roasted squash, apple and sausage dinner is a perfect fast family-friendly weeknight meal!

Provided by Katie Webster

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, dark or amber
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 medium-small butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1 ½-inch chunks (1 ½ to 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
3 small apples, cored and cut into 1 ½-inch chunks
4 links chicken apple sausages, sliced
4 cups finely shredded kale

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425ºF. Shake vinegar, maple syrup and mustard in a small jar.
  • Meanwhile, toss squash, oil, smoked paprika, salt, nutmeg and pepper in a large bowl to coat. Spread out on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  • Transfer squash to the oven and roast 10 minutes. Add apples, sausage and kale and toss to coat. Return to the oven and roast, stirring once or twice until the apples are softened and the squash is tender, about 18 to 22 minutes longer. Remove from the oven.
  • Drizzle the vinegar mixture over the roasted mixture and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 1/4 cups, Calories 365 calories, Sugar 15 g, Sodium 905 mg, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 13 g

BEST EVER SQUASH WITH SAUSAGE CASSEROLE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 units yellow squash
1 tablespoons oil
1 units salt
1 units onion
1 pounds sausage
1 cans mushroom soup
1 units eggs
0.5 cans milk
1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Slice squash into 1/4" slices. Saute or steam squash until almost tender (season lightly with salt & pepper). Put aside. Chop and saute onion. Put aside. Brown sausage in skillet until crisp, breaking sausage into small pieces. Drain sausage. Mix together soup, milk and egg.
  • Combine all ingredients (save 3/4 cup of cheese for top of casserole) and put in baking dish large enough to hold mixture.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for about 30 - 40 minutes. Add remaining cheese to top of casserole and bake another 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and slightly brown on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

BAKED BUTTERNUT SQUASH STUFFED WITH APPLES AND SAUSAGE



Baked Butternut Squash Stuffed With Apples and Sausage image

This is the ultimate comfort food, as we turn the corner into fall and cooler weather. It's simple and fills the house with great smells and the tummy with a nourishing, delicious meal. Enjoy!

Provided by Jan Marie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (1 lb) butternut squash, halved and seeded
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 ounces fresh bulk sausage (I use Jimmy Dean's Maple)
2 apples, peeled and cubed into 1/4-inch cubes
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground sage
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon butter, cut into bits
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Lightly oil baking dish.
  • Half squash lengthwise and remove seeds.
  • Arrange squash cut side up on the baking dish.
  • Brush lightly with oil and cover with foil.
  • Bake until almost tender, 30-40 minutes.
  • Keep the oven on.
  • Meanwhile, crumble the sausage into a skillet and cook over medium heat until no longer pink.
  • Add apple.
  • Cook, stirring until crisp-tender.
  • Let cool slightly.
  • Scoop out the squash, leaving 3/8 inch thick shells.
  • Lightly mix the squash pulp into the sausage mixture breaking up squash as little as possible.
  • Mix the butter, brown sugar, pecans, sage, salt and pepper.
  • Pile the stuffing into the squash halves.
  • Dot with bits of butter and brown sugar.
  • Bake uncovered until piping hot and brown and crusty on top, 20-25 minutes.
  • Let cool for several minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.6, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 64.3, Sodium 375.5, Carbohydrate 47.9, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 21.7, Protein 12.3

AUTUMN SAUSAGE BAKE WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND APPLES RECIPE BY TASTY



Autumn Sausage Bake With Butternut Squash And Apples Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: turkey sausages, butternut squash, apples, olive oil, salt and pepper, craisin, almond, sage leaf

Provided by Theresa Ruggles

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 turkey sausages
1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
2 apples, peeled and thinly-sliced
olive oil
salt and pepper
craisin
almond, toasted, sliced
sage leaf

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Place the butternut squash in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Then, put the butternut squash in an oven-safe pan and roast for 30 minutes.
  • Toss the butternut squash and add the sliced apples to the pan and roast for 20 more minutes.
  • Distribute the sausage links over the top of the apples and butternut squash. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes. Check to make sure the sausage is cooked through.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and allow the dish to cool for 10 minutes before removing the sausages for slicing.
  • Put the sliced sausages back in the pan and add optional garnishes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 20 grams

Tips:

  • Choose small or medium-sized acorn squash with deep green skin and no blemishes.
  • Pierce the squash with a fork several times before baking to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake the squash until it is tender enough to be pierced easily with a fork, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Let the squash cool for a few minutes before handling.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the squash in half lengthwise.
  • Scoop out the seeds and pulp from the squash, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
  • Fill the squash halves with the sausage and apple mixture.
  • Top the squash with the cheese and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the squash immediately.

Conclusion:

Sausage n' Apple Baked Squash is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe combines the flavors of sweet apples, savory sausage, and nutty squash to create a dish that is both satisfying and flavorful. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give Sausage n' Apple Baked Squash a try!

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