Acorn Squash with Cranberry Stuffing Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash with Cranberry Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb acorn squash; 12 small onion, finely chopped; 1 celery rib, finely chopped; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; ¼ teaspoon allspice; 12 apple, cored and diced; 2 tablespoons apple juice, divided use; ½ cup cranberries, fresh or ½ cup frozen cranberries; ½ tablespoon raisins; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 slice bread, torn into pieces; ½ tablespoon nuts, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

1 lb acorn squash
12 small onion, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon allspice
12 apple, cored and diced
2 tablespoons apple juice, divided use
½ cup cranberries, fresh or ½ cup frozen cranberries
½ tablespoon raisins
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 slice bread, torn into pieces
½ tablespoon nuts, coarsely chopped

1
Halve squash and remove seeds.
2
Spray lightly with cooking spray; place face down on a baking sheet and bake about 45 to 60 min in a 350F oven or until tender when tested with a fork.
3
Meanwhile, coat a non-stick skillet with cooking spray; over medium heat saute onion and celery until tender.
4
Add salt, pepper, allspice, apple and 1 Tbs apple juice; cook just until apple is tender.
5
Stir in cranberries, raisins, and 1 Tbs apple juice; cook until cranberries pop.
6
Add brown sugar; stir until dissolved.
7
Stir in bread cubes and nuts.
8
If desired, a few drops of almond extract may be added.
9
Sprinkle baked squash with salt (optional) and pepper.
10
Divide stuffing evenly between the halves.
11
Bake for 15 minutes at 375F.

348

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 1 lb acorn squash, 12 small onion, finely chopped, 1 celery rib, finely chopped, ¼ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash with Cranberry Stuffing 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.

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Acorn Squash with Cranberry Stuffing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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