Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Squash is high in fiber and vitamin C, squash also has calcium and iron Combining squash with tomatoes, spinach and corn creates a nutritional side dish to serve with grilled chicken, pork or beef Adding beans, ground meat, or tofu to the stuffed peppers makes a very nutritional all-in-one meal!
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium-sized acorn squash cut in half with seeds removed, brush inside with olive oil and season with salt and pepper
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 C fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 C corn kernels fresh, frozen, canned
  • 1 C cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 C shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 C grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tb fresh basil and parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Place prepared squash cut side down, on a baking sheet lined with foil
  2. Put in 375 degree F preheated oven for 30-40 minutes (or until fork tender)
  3. While the squash is roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1-2 T. olive oil
  4. Add chopped red onion and minced garlic, cook for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent
  5. Add corn kernels and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they start to become tender
  6. Stir in chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, fresh basil, and fresh parsley, season with salt and pepper to taste
  8. When acorn squash halves are done roasting, flip them over so the cut side is facing up
  9. Carefully spoon the spinach, corn, and tomato filling into each squash half, packing it down gently
  10. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the filling
  11. Return the stuffed squash to the oven, bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is heated through, and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden
  12. Carefully remove the stuffed squash from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving
  13. Garnish with additional fresh herbs, if desired

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