acorn squash stuffed with chard and white beans

North Providence, RI
Updated on Nov 7, 2010

Acorn squash's natural shape makes it just right for stuffing. This filling has Mediterranean flair: olives, tomato paste, white beans and Parmesan cheese

prep time 15 Min
cook time 55 Min
method ---
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 medium acorn squash
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • - salt and pepper
  • 1/2 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 bunch swiss chard
  • 1 can white beans
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives
  • 1/3 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese

How To Make acorn squash stuffed with chard and white beans

  • Step 1
    Cut a small slice off the bottom of each squash half so it rests flat. Brush the insides with 1 teaspoon oil; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Place in a 9-by-13-inch (or similar-size) microwave-safe dish. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on High until the squash is fork-tender, about 12 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring, until starting to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in water, tomato paste and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir in chard, cover and cook until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in white beans and olives; cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat.
  • Step 3
    Position rack in center of oven; preheat broiler.
  • Step 4
    Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a bowl. Fill each squash half with about 1 cup of the chard mixture. Place in a baking pan or on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with the breadcrumb mixture. Broil in the center of the oven until the breadcrumbs are browned, 1 to 2 minutes

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