Name: Turkey Sausage-Stuffed Delicata Squash
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 Italian turkey sausages (such as Jennie-O®), casings removed; 0.25 cup finely chopped celery; 0.25 cup finely chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 0.25 teaspoon dried sage; 0.25 teaspoon dried rosemary; 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme; 0.25 cup cooked wild rice; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped dried cherries; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Embrace the essence of autumn with this heartwarming dish! Delicata squash cradles a savory turkey sausage filling, creating a symphony of flavors that's perfect as a main course or a delightful side.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. (5 minutes)

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Step

Brush cut sides of squash with 2 teaspoons oil. Place cut-sides down on the baking sheet. (2 minutes)

03

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until soft, 20 to 25 minutes.

04

Step

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add turkey sausage. Sauté, breaking up into small crumbles, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add celery, onion, garlic, sage, rosemary and thyme. Continue cooking until vegetables are soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in rice, cherries, and parsley until mixture is warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes.

05

Step

Turn squash halves over so they are cut-side up. Fill with the sausage mixture and top with Parmesan cheese. Return to oven and bake until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.

For a vegetarian option, substitute the turkey sausage with plant-based sausage or a mixture of sautéed mushrooms and lentils.
If wild rice isn't available, quinoa, farro, or brown rice make excellent substitutes.
Add a touch of sweetness by drizzling a bit of maple syrup over the squash before baking.
To add a bit of spice, include a pinch of red pepper flakes with the herbs.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (4)

Max Spencer
Jun 24, 2025
This recipe is a game-changer! So easy to make and bursting with flavor. My family loved it!
Cornell Medhurst
Jun 17, 2025
I substituted quinoa for the wild rice, and it was still fantastic. A new fall favorite!
Triston Medhurst
Jun 17, 2025
I added a bit of balsamic glaze at the end, and it was incredible!
Trent Berge
Jun 13, 2025
The dried cherries add the perfect touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.

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