STUFFED ACORN SQUASH

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Although technically this is a side, I think it can easily serve as a main dish. I think it brings all the flavors of Thanksgiving to the table.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 medium acorn squash
1/2 lb mild italian sausage
1/2 c onion, chopped
1/4 c celery and celery leaves, chopped
1 1/2 c day old corn bread, crumbled (may sub cornbread stuffing mix)
3 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 tsp dried whole thyme
1/4 to 1/2 c chicken broth
1/2 c pecans, chopped
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground white pepper
1 dash(es) ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the squash in half lengthwise; remove and discard seeds and membranes. Place squash, cut side down, in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish. Pour water into the dish to a depth of 1 inch. Bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven; drain well. Return the squash halves to the dish, cut side up. Set aside.
  • 2. Remove casings from sausage; saute sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, stirring to crumble the meat. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon, reserving the drippings. Set the sausage aside.
  • 3. Saute onion and celery in the drippings in the skillet until tender. Drain, discarding the drippings. Place the sauteed vegetables in a large bowl. Add reserved sausage, cornbread, parsley, and thyme stir well. Add the chicken broth; stir until the dry ingredients are moistened. Add and remaining ingredients; stir well.
  • 4. Spoon the cornbread mixture evenly into the squash cavities. Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes or until the squash is tender and the stuffing is thoroughly heated.

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