Stuffed Acorn Squash
This recipe for stuffed acorn squashes combines the warmth of nutmeg, the freshness of assorted herbs, and the sweetness of cranberries to create a delightful dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing. The savory stuffing, nestled inside tender roasted squashes, makes for a comforting and satisfying meal. Serve these beautiful stuffed squashes as a festive centerpiece for a fall feast or a cozy family dinner.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 1/2-lb. loaf country-style bread, cut into
- 3/4-inch cubes
- 6 acorn squashes, each about 1 lb.
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 3 Tbs. unsalted butter
- 2 small yellow onions, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 3/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/3 cup chopped assorted fresh herbs, such
- as sage, thyme and oregano
- 3 Tbs. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Position a rack in the lower third of an oven and preheat to 350°F.
- Spread the bread cubes out on a baking sheet. Bake, stirring occasionally, until the bread is dry and crispy, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let the bread cool completely. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
- Increase the oven temperature to 375°F.
- Cut the stem end off each squash. Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds and pulp from the center and discard. Cut a thin slice off the bottom end of each squash to create a level surface. Season the squash cavities with salt and pepper. Stand the squashes upright in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- In a large sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions and sauté until soft, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, salt and pepper and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the nutmeg and the assorted fresh herbs. Add the onion mixture to the bowl with the bread. Add the parsley and cranberries and stir to combine. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the stock. Spoon the stuffing into the squash cavities, mounding a small amount on the top.
- Pour the remaining 1/2 cup stock into the baking dish. Bake until the squashes are tender when pierced with a fork and the stuffing is browned, 1 to <nobr>1 1/4</nobr> hours. If the stuffing begins to brown too quickly, cover the squashes loosely with aluminum foil. Remove the squashes from the oven, drizzle each with 1 tsp. olive oil and serve immediately.
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