Acorn Squash Feta Casserole Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash Feta Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large acorn squash (about 1-1/2 pounds each); 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup chopped green pepper; 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper; 2 large eggs; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1-1/4 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; Dash cayenne pepper, optional; 1/4 cup sunflower kernels

Servings: persons

2 large acorn squash (about 1-1/2 pounds each)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 large eggs
1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper, optional
1/4 cup sunflower kernels

1
Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; add 1/2 in. of hot water. Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 35-40 minutes. Drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Bake 10 minutes longer or until squash is tender; cool slightly. Carefully scoop out squash; place in a large bowl and mash. Set aside.
2
In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add peppers; saute until crisp-tender. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and yogurt until blended. Stir in the squash, onion mixture, feta cheese, salt, pepper and cayenne if desired.
3
Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with sunflower kernels. Cover and bake at 375u00b0 for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 25-30 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160u00b0.

528

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large acorn squash (about 1-1/2 pounds each), 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 3 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash Feta Casserole 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.

Acorn Squash Feta Casserole

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