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Delicious Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash

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This Delicious Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash is a perfect fall recipe combining the natural sweetness of roasted acorn squash with a delightful filling of apples, walnuts, dried cranberries, and warm spices. It’s a wholesome, comforting dish ideal for seasonal dinners or festive occasions.

Ingredients

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Squash

  • 2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Filling

  • 1 cup diced apples
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for roasting the acorn squash.
  2. Prepare and Roast Squash: Brush the cut sides of the acorn squash halves with olive oil. Place them face down on a baking sheet and roast for about 30 minutes, or until the flesh is tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the diced apples, chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and maple syrup until well combined.
  4. Stuff the Squash: Remove the acorn squash from the oven and carefully flip each half over so the cut sides are facing up. Evenly spoon the apple mixture into each squash half.
  5. Final Bake: Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes. This allows the apples to soften and the squash to finish cooking through.
  6. Serve: Take the squash out of the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving warm as a hearty and flavorful fall dish.

Notes

  • For added sweetness, drizzle a little more maple syrup on top before serving.
  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans if preferred.
  • Ensure squash halves are roasted face down initially to soften the flesh evenly.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.
  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweet and tangy flavors.

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