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Sausage-Apple Stuffed Squash

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This comforting dish pairs tender roasted acorn squash with a hearty stuffing of pork sausage, old-fashioned oats, and tart apples. The sweetness of the fruit balances the savory spices in the meat, creating a harmonious flavor profile perfect for autumn evenings. The oats help bind the stuffing while adding a pleasant texture. It is an excellent choice for a family-style dinner or a cozy weeknight meal that feels special without requiring complex techniques. Serve this warm, rustic main alongside a simple green salad for a complete, satisfying experience.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 30.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This comforting dish pairs tender roasted acorn squash with a hearty stuffing of pork sausage, old-fashioned oats, and tart apples. The sweetness of the fruit balances the savory spices in the meat, creating a harmonious flavor profile perfect for autumn evenings. The oats help bind the stuffing while adding a pleasant texture. It is an excellent choice for a family-style dinner or a cozy weeknight meal that feels special without requiring complex techniques. Serve this warm, rustic main alongside a simple green salad for a complete, satisfying experience.
Ingredients
  • 3 lg Acorn squash
  • 1.5 lb Pork sausage meat
  • 0.75 c Quaker Oats, uncooked (quick or old-fashioned)
  • 0.5 ts Salt
  • 0.5 c Chopped apple
  • 0.25 c Chopped onion
  • 1 tb Finely-chopped parsley
  • 0.5 c Milk
  • 1 tsp Shortening
  • 0.25 c Water
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    Cut acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds and strings.
  3. 3
    Place squash halves cut side down in a shallow baking pan.
  4. 4
    Pour water into the bottom of the pan.
  5. 5
    Bake squash for 30 minutes.
  6. 6
    While squash bakes, combine sausage meat, oats, salt, apple, onion, parsley, and milk in a bowl.
  7. 7
    Mix ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
  8. 8
    Shape the mixture into 18 small sausage balls.
  9. 9
    Heat shortening in a large skillet over medium heat.
  10. 10
    Brown sausage balls lightly on all sides, then remove from skillet.
  11. 11
    Remove squash from oven and turn halves cut side up.
  12. 12
    Season the cut side of the squash with salt and pepper.
  13. 13
    Place 3 sausage balls into the center of each squash half.
  14. 14
    Return to oven and bake for 40 minutes longer, or until squash is tender when pierced with a fork.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 30.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 7.5g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 0.8g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Use a sharp knife and a stable cutting board when slicing acorn squash, as they can be hard to cut. You can also microwave the squash halves for 2-3 minutes to soften them before cutting if you find them difficult to handle.

Any variety of apple works well, but tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp provide a nice contrast to the sweet sausage.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.

For a vegetarian version, substitute the pork sausage with a plant-based sausage alternative or lentils.

Keywords: acorn squash, sausage stuffing, apple pork, roasted squash, autumn dinner, comfort food, family meal, oatmeal sausage, fall recipe, stuffed vegetable, easy main, healthy dinner
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