Savory Grain-Stuffed Squash Recipe

Name: Savory Grain-Stuffed Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 medium-size acorn squashes; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 1/2 cups bulgur wheat; 2 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons raisins; 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Servings: persons

6 medium-size acorn squashes
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 1/2 cups bulgur wheat
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

1
Cut the bottom off each squash so that it will sit straight.
2
Slice off the top, clean the seeds from the squash and prick the inside evenly with a fork.
3
Place the squash in a shallow baking dish and add water to come halfway up the sides of the squash.
4
Place the sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat and warm.
5
Add the bulgur wheat and cook, stirring frequently, until toasted, about 4 minutes.
6
Add 1 cup of the water and stir.
7
Add the ginger, cinnamon, pepper and salt and stir.
8
Reduce heat and add remaining water by the quarter cup until the grain is soft, about 10 minutes.
9
Remove from heat and stir in the raisins and pine nuts.
10
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
11
Divide the grain mixture evenly among the squashes and cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
12
Bake one hour, until the squashes are soft.

193

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 6 medium-size acorn squashes, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 1/2 cups bulgur wheat, 2 cups water, and more.

Yes, Savory Grain-Stuffed Squash 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.

Savory Grain-Stuffed Squash

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