For a vegetarian option, substitute the sausage with crumbled plant-based sausage or a medley of sautéed mushrooms and lentils. Toast the bread crumbs lightly before adding them to the filling for extra texture and nutty flavor. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses such as Gruyere or Asiago for a unique twist. Add a sprinkle of fresh herbs like sage or thyme before baking for an enhanced aroma.
Sausage-Stuffed Butternut Squash
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS9
Delve into autumnal flavors with this comforting dish! Sweet butternut squash cradles a savory filling of spiced sausage, aromatic herbs, and a hint of Parmesan, creating a symphony of tastes and textures that will warm you from the inside out.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate32 g
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Cholesterol38 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein13 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium649 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat14 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
0 mins
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place squash halves in a shallow pan; cover with water.
02
Step
40 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until tender, 35 to 45 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board; cool partially, about 10 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
03
Step
6 mins
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Do not drain fat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion softened, about 5 minutes.
04
Step
0 mins
Remove flesh from squash, leaving ⅓-inch in shells to keep sturdy. Combine squash flesh, sausage mixture, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano, and cayenne pepper in a bowl; spoon into squash shells.
05
Step
25 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
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Sean Farrell
Jun 30, 2025The cayenne pepper adds just the right amount of heat. I wouldn't skip it!
Aubree Hettinger
Jun 28, 2025Easy to follow and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Lane Shields
Jun 28, 2025Could I use a different type of squash, like acorn squash?
Regan Quigley
Jun 26, 2025I used maple syrup instead of cayenne and it tasted perfect!
Scot Torpernser
Jun 25, 2025I've used a variety of cheese, including gruyere, and it was amazing!
Madisen Heaneyschneider
Jun 25, 2025I followed the recipe, but the squash came out a little watery. Any advice?
Florencio Corwin
Jun 23, 2025My family requests this stuffed squash every fall. It's a new tradition!
Orland Hayes
Jun 22, 2025This recipe was a huge hit at Thanksgiving! Everyone loved the savory-sweet combination.
Jerod Cummerata
Jun 19, 2025I added some chopped apples to the sausage mixture, and it was fantastic!
Shanel Ebert
Jun 16, 2025Next time I will double the recipe to have some leftovers