Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

Description:  Like other winter squashes, acorn squash is a tasty fall and winter dish. Make sure to set aside plenty of these long keepers, and use this hearty recipe, well into the new year.

Note: You can use this recipe with other winter squash varieties.

Ingredients:

• 3 acorn squash, washed

• 6 Tablespoons molasses

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 pound pork sausage

• 1 teaspoon powdered sage(if the sausage does not include it)

• bread crumbs

Preparation Directions:

1. Pre-heat oven to 400 ° F.

2. Cut acorn squash into halves and remove the seeds.

3. Spread a tablespoon of molasses on the inside of each acorn squash and sprinkle insides with salt.

4. Fill the cavity with sausage, and top with bread crumbs.

5. Place squash in a baking pan with a cover, and bake for 45-60 minutes.

6. Pierce with a fork to make sure the squash is tender.

7. Remove cover and continue to bake until bread crumbs are browned.

8. Serve hot.

Tip: For a leaner meal, partially cook sausage, and strain away excess fat.

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