Baked Acorn Squash with Bread Stuffing

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Makes: 4 servings adjust
Using store-bought chicken stuffing, or using your own, this vegetarian dish is a hit during the holidays, or for every-day winter meals.

Directions

Ingredients

  • Cooking Spray, or oil as needed

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees, Fahrenheit. Line a 9 x 13 inch baking sheet with aluminum foil, and spray with cooking spray or lightly oil.

Ingredients

  • 2 large Acorn Squash, about 2 pounds per squash
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon Salt, approximately

Step 2

Cut the squash in half, removing the seeds and stringy bits. Sprinkle inside with salt. Place, cut side down, on the baking sheet. Bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until tender.

Ingredients

  • 1 package Corn Bread Stuffing Mix, or other pre-made stuffing recipe

Step 3

Prepare the stuffing mix according to package directions while the squash is cooking. The stuffing can be made ahead, if desired.
 

Step 4

When the squash is done, turn it cut side up and divide the stuffing equally, filling the cavities of the squash. Bake for an addition 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.Each squash have can be cut in half again before serving, if desired.
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