Beef Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

Name: Beef Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 med Acorn squash; 3/4 lb Lean grnd beef; 1/4 c. Minced onion; 1/4 c. Minced celery; 3 Tbsp. Flour; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Grnd sage; 1 c. Lowfat milk; 3/4 c. Cooked rice; 1/4 c. Shredded Colby or possibly Cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1
Cut each squash in half; throw away seeds.
2
Place cut side down in a 3 qt rectangular baking pan.
3
Bake in preheated 350 F oven 50-55 min or possibly till tender.
4
Saute/fry beef, onion and celery in a large frypan till meat is browned; drain off any fat.
5
Blend in flour, salt and sage.
6
Stir in lowfat milk.
7
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, till mix just comes to a boil and thickens.
8
Stir in cooked rice.
9
Turn squash cut side up in pan; fill squash cavities with equal amounts of meat mix.
10
Return to oven and bake an additional 30 min.
11
Top with cheese; bake 3 min longer.
12
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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 med Acorn squash, 3/4 lb Lean grnd beef, 1/4 c. Minced onion, 1/4 c. Minced celery, and more.

Yes, Beef Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!