Acorn Squash Baked In Cashew Sauce Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash Baked In Cashew Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium acorn squash (about 2 pounds total); 2 T ghee (although I use olive oil or regular butter); 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons dried sage (I probably use a bit more than this); 2 c raw cashews; 2 c vegetable stock or water; 2 t salt; Pepper to taste; 1/2 c coarse dried bread crumbs (optional, I never add them); 1/4 c chopped fresh flat leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 and lightly oil a 8 X 12 casserole dish
2
Cut each squash into quarters and seed
3
Steam in large saucepan until fork tender and let cool
4
Peel and discard skins and cut into 1-2 inch cubes
5
Transfer to casserole dish and set aside
6
Heat oil, ghee, or butter and saute onions until soft
7
Sprinkle sage and stir to coat
8
While onion is cooking, combine cashews and stock in food processor until smooth and creamy
9
Season with salt and pepper and pour over onions
10
Combine over heat until flavors blended and sauce begins to thicken a bit
11
Pour over squash
12
Cover and bake for 20-30 minutes (I usually don

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium acorn squash (about 2 pounds total), 2 T ghee (although I use olive oil or regular butter), 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 teaspoons dried sage (I probably use a bit more than this), and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash Baked In Cashew Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Acorn Squash Baked In Cashew Sauce

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