Baked Butternut Squash With Italian Sausage Stuffin

Name: Baked Butternut Squash With Italian Sausage Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 ounces sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes and dried out; 5 cups cubed butternut squash (about one medium-sized squash); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon each salt & pepper; 1 pound ground sweet Italian chicken or turkey sausage, casing removed; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 celery sticks, finely chopped; 4 tablespoons fresh sage leaves, finely chopped; 4 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped; 2 eggs, beaten; 3 1/2 cups chicken or turkey stock; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated; 1/2 cup Asiago cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted; nonstick oil spray

Servings: persons

20 ounces sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes and dried out
5 cups cubed butternut squash (about one medium-sized squash)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon each salt & pepper
1 pound ground sweet Italian chicken or turkey sausage, casing removed
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 celery sticks, finely chopped
4 tablespoons fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
4 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
2 eggs, beaten
3 1/2 cups chicken or turkey stock
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup Asiago cheese, shredded
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
nonstick oil spray

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["To dry out the bread, cut it into cubes and heat on a baking sheet in a 350 degree oven for 10-15 minutes. Or cut it into cubes and let it sit out on the counter uncovered for 24 hours.", "Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.", "Toss butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15 minutes.", "Meanwhile, cook the sausage in a saucepan over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes. Add garlic, onion, celery, sage, and thyme. Saute for 3 more minutes then remove from heat.", "Remove squash from the oven after 15 minutes, then turn the oven down to 375.", "Beat the eggs, and stir them into the chicken stock.", "In a large bowl combine the bread cubes, sausage mixture, baked squash, Parmesan and Asiago cheese, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.", "Pour half the chicken stock/egg mixture into the bowl, distributing evenly, and gently fold together. *When mixing the bread with the other ingredients, avoid over-work the stuffing or the bread will lose its structure.", "Pour the rest of the chicken stock liquid and the melted butter evenly over the mixture, and gently fold together again.", "Spray a 9"" X 13"" dish with cooking spray and add the stuffing mixture.", "Bake for 30-35 minutes uncovered."]

3057

kcal

Calories

287

Fat

Carbs

120

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 ounces sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes and dried out, 5 cups cubed butternut squash (about one medium-sized squash), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon each salt & pepper, and more.

Yes, Baked Butternut Squash With Italian Sausage Stuffing 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.

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Baked Butternut Squash With Italian Sausage Stuffing

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