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SAUSAGE APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH HOW TO
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To soften the acorn squash before cutting, you can pierce a few small holes in the squash and microwave the squash for 2 minutes. That way the outside of the squash does not have any wetness that could cause you to slip with the knife and cut yourself.

When cutting acorn squash, it is good to wash it and dry it first.

SAUSAGE APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH HOW TO

How to Cut Acorn Squashįor the most attractive cut acorn squash for stuffed squash, I like to cut straight down the middle from stem to end, but you can also cut in half width wise if you prefer.Īcorn Squash is very hard when uncooked, so it is important to have a sturdy surface and use a sharp knife (check out how to sharpen knives here if your knives are dull). In this recipe, if there is still a slight resistance to piercing with the fork after the initial bake, that is ok because it will continue to cook after you add the apple stuffing mixture and place it in the oven for the second round of baking. Save this Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe to Pinterest! How Do You Know When Squash Is Ready?Īcorn Squash will be ready when it is tender and pierces easily with a fork.

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Pretty simple!įor the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.

Drizzle with maple syrup, sprinkle with brown sugar, and bake until the edges are slightly browned.

When the squash is done cooking, you spoon the apple and sausage mixture into the center of the acorn squash.

(If you have anyone with a nut allergy you can feel free to leave the nuts out.)

You’ll add all of the seasonings to the sausage mixture and cook until the apples are tender, then stir in the pecans.

While the squash cooks, you’ll cook up some onion, apples, and sausage (if using).

Then, you’ll bake the squash with some apple cider until the squash is tender.

You’ll start by cutting each squash in half and scooping out the sides.

Here’s how the apple stuffed acorn squash is made: This is one of my all-time favorite baked stuffed acorn squash recipes! It’s the perfect blend of sweet and savory, and it feeds a crowd. You’ll follow the same instructions for cooking the squash with one of the substitutes, but the cook time might be slightly different depending on how large the squash you choose is.īutternut Squash would likely take longer to cook since it has a portion of the squash that is much thicker than Acorn. I recommend delicata, butternut squash, or sweet dumpling squash as substitutes for Acorn squash. If you don’t have acorn squash on hand, or you don’t like it, a variety of other winter squashes can be used instead. Save this Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe to Pinterest! What Can I Substitute for Acorn Squash? Think of it like a baked potato, some like to scoop the inside flesh out, but others like to eat it whole.

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If, like me, you prefer not to eat the skin of acorn squash, the squash flesh is easy to scoop out of the skin once the squash has been cooked. If you choose to eat the skin of acorn squash, you’ll want to make sure that the squash is cooked thoroughly so that the skin becomes soft enough to eat. However, I don’t like to eat the skin of acorn squash because I don’t like the texture of it. Technically, yes, the skin of Acorn Squash is edible because it is thin. Because of its mild flavor, acorn squash pairs well with sweet or savory and combines well with a variety of flavors. Some might find it a tad bit bland tasting on its own. It can be described as mild and buttery, similar to that of pumpkin but sweeter and less bold. Save this Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe to Pinterest! What Does Acorn Squash Taste Like?Īcorn Squash has a pretty simple taste compared to other squash varieties.

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Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash Ingredientsįor this savory stuffed acorn squash recipe, you’ll need the following basic ingredients:īe sure to scroll through to the bottom of this post for a printable copy of the full recipe and instructions for this recipe for Stuffed Acorn Squash. You can enjoy this as a vegetarian stuffed acorn squash recipe, or you can add some ground sausage to made it a hearty side or main dish. The recipe can easily be scaled up or down and it has make ahead instructions.

This Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash is a great recipe for your Thanksgiving meal no matter if you are getting together with a large group or a small group. What will you be enjoying this year at Thanksgiving? Do you have big plans for a family get-together or are you keeping it casual at home with your immediate family? Save this Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe to Pinterest! Creating This Vegetarian Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe