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apple-stuffed acorn squash

Recipe by
Lynette !
Gulf Breeze, FL

Great stuffed acorn squash recipe. Love the flavor of apple pie in this recipe.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr 10 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For apple-stuffed acorn squash

  • 1 sm
    acorn squash
  • 1 md
    cooking apple (granny smith preferred), peeled and diced
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter, melted
  • 1/3 c
    apple cider
  • 1 Tbsp
    chopped pecans
  • 1 Tbsp
    raisins
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper

How To Make apple-stuffed acorn squash

  • 1
    Cut the squash in half crosswise. Remove and discard the seeds and membranes.
  • 2
    Place the squash, cut side down in an 8-inch square baking dish. Pour water into the baking dish to a depth of 1/2 inch. Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees F for 40 to 45 minutes or until the squash is tender.
  • 3
    Remove from the oven and drain well. Scoop out the pulp, leaving a 1/4 inch thick shell. Set the squash pulp and shells aside.
  • 4
    Saute diced apple in the butter in a small skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add the apple cider and the remaining ingredients, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • 5
    Combine the apple mixture and the reserved squash pulp in a medium bowl; stir well. Spoon into the reserved shells. Place in an ungreased 8-inch square baking dish. Bake, uncovered for 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
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