Acorn Squash With Savory Pork Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash With Savory Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 medium acorn squash, cut in half; 1/2 cup water; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter; 3/4 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 2x1/2-inch strips; 1 large (1 cup) onion, chopped; 2 ribs (1 cup) celery, sliced 1/4-inch; 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 2 cups cubed 1-inch rye bread; 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest

Servings: persons

3 medium acorn squash, cut in half
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter
3/4 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 2x1/2-inch strips
1 large (1 cup) onion, chopped
2 ribs (1 cup) celery, sliced 1/4-inch
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
2 cups cubed 1-inch rye bread
1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest

1
Heat oven 375F.
2
Place squash, cut-side up, in 13x9-inch baking pan; pour water in bottom of pan to 1/4 inch.
3
Cover; bake 45-50 minutes or until fork tender.
4
Remove from oven; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
5
Melt butter in 10-inch skillet until sizzling; add all remaining ingredients except rye bread and orange zest.
6
Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, 10-15 minutes or until pork is no longer pink.
7
Stir in rye bread and orange zest.
8
Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, 3-4 minutes or until heated through.
9
Divide mixture evenly among baked squash.

482

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 medium acorn squash, cut in half, 1/2 cup water, 1 teaspoon salt, 3/4 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash With Savory Pork falls under the Meat & Poultry 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 With Savory Pork

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions