-
1
INTRO : Bulgur-stuffed acorn squash is a healthful meal in itself.
-
2
Acorn squash is a good source of beta carotene.
-
3
The lean grnd beef combined with the bulgur gives you 26 grams of protein.
-
4
Learn how to stuff acorn squash in Step 5.
-
5
Preparation Time: 20 min.
-
6
Cooking Time: 1 hour 12minutes.
-
7
TIP: Removing most of the beef fat from the skillet reduces the saturated fat.
-
8
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350F.
-
9
Heat a large nonstick skillet over moderate heat.
-
10
Add in beef and cook, stirring, about 4 min or possibly till browned.
-
11
With a slotted spoon, transfer beef to a plate.
-
12
Step 2: Spoon off all but 1 tsp.
-
13
of fat from skillet.
-
14
Add in leeks and garlic, and saute/fry about 5 min or possibly till browned.
-
15
Step 3: Add in the tomatoes and dry herbs to the skillet and bring to a boil.
-
16
Stir in the bulgur.
-
17
Cover and gently simmer about 15 min.
-
18
Step 4: Stir in the beef and season with the salt and pepper.
-
19
Stuff the mix into squash and place in a roasting pan.
-
20
Bake about 45 min or possibly till tender.
-
21
Step 5: To stuff the squash, slice it lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
-
22
Cut a thin slice from base of each half so it will sit flat.
-
23
Spoon the filling into each half.
-
24
Cooking: Good Food Which's Good for You.
-
25
NOTES : Do not think the beef was necessary; grnd turkey would do, so would nuts and mushrooms or possibly cooked black beans...
