Stuffed Squash for Two Recipe

Name: Stuffed Squash for Two
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1 acorn squash; 1 tablespoon canola oil (or butter if prefered); 1 onion, minced; ½ cup celery, finely chopped; ½ cup mushroom, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup fresh breadcrumb; 1 cup cheddar cheese or 1 cup jarlsberg cheese, shredded; ¼ cup sunflower seeds; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1 acorn squash
1 tablespoon canola oil (or butter if prefered)
1 onion, minced
½ cup celery, finely chopped
½ cup mushroom, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
1 cup cheddar cheese or 1 cup jarlsberg cheese, shredded
¼ cup sunflower seeds
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

1
Preheat oven to 450F (230C).
2
Lay squash on side and cut about one-third lengthwise in wedge; peel wedge, dice and reserve.
3
Scoop out seeds from remaining squash; cut thin slice off each to level with cut side up.
4
Place in microwaveable dish; microwave on High for 12 to 15 minutes or until tender.
5
Meanwhile, in nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat; cook reserved diced squash, onion and celery, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 minutes.
6
Add mushrooms and garlic; cook for 2 minutes.
7
Stir in tomato paste; cook for 1 minute.
8
In bowl, combine onion mixture, bread crumbs, Cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, salt and pepper.
9
Divide between squash, mounding as necessary; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
10
Bake in oven for 7 to 10 minutes or until golden and heated through.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 acorn squash, 1 tablespoon canola oil (or butter if prefered), 1 onion, minced, ½ cup celery, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Squash for Two 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.

Stuffed Squash for Two

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