Acorn Squash Biscuits With Sage & Gruyere Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash Biscuits With Sage & Gruyere
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 6 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed; 5 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 8 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons biscuits; 4 tablespoons vegetable shortening cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 cups acorn squash mashed, cooled, see note; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 1/2 cups gruyere cheese shredded; 2 tablespoons fresh sage minced; sage leaves; beaten egg

Servings: persons

3 cups all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
5 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons biscuits
4 tablespoons vegetable shortening cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups acorn squash mashed, cooled, see note
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 cups gruyere cheese shredded
2 tablespoons fresh sage minced
sage leaves
beaten egg

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees f. and adjust oven rack to the middle position. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In the work bowl of a food processor, add flour, cornstarch, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Pulse a couple of times to combine. Scatter the chilled butter and shortening over the top of the flour. Pulse a few times, until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
3
In a large bowl add the mashed acorn squash and cider vinegar, mix well. Stir in the Gruyere and sage. Add the flour/butter mixture, stir to combine. Turn the biscuit dough out onto a lightly floured surface, knead a few times to bring the dough together. Pat the dough into a round that is about 1-inch thick. Cut out the biscuits using a 2 1/4-inch biscuit cutter, dipping the cutter in flour to prevent sticking. Gather the scraps continue to cut the biscuits. Place the biscuits, evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet. If garnishing with the sage leaves. Dip your finger in the beaten egg and dot a small amount on the center of each biscuit, place a sage leaf, pressing lightly to affix to the top.
4
Brush the biscuits with melted butter.
5
Bake the biscuits until golden brown, 18-22 minutes. Let cool 15 minutes before serving.

947

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups all-purpose flour, 6 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed, 5 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash Biscuits With Sage & Gruyere falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Acorn Squash Biscuits With Sage & Gruyere

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