Ingredients for Acorn Squash Stuffed With Herbed Cornbread Stuffing With Seitan
- Olive Oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup cooked seitan, crumbled
- Garlic Cloves
- Celery Ribs
- Green Bell Pepper
- Cremini Mushrooms
- Fresh Sage
- Fresh Rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Fresh Ground Pepper
- Fresh Parsley
- Cornbread Stuffing Mix
- 2 tablespoons tamari
- Umeboshi Vinegar
- Vegetable Broth
- 2 medium acorn squash
How to Make Acorn Squash Stuffed With Herbed Cornbread Stuffing With Seitan
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and stringy pulp.
- Make a small slice on the bottom of each half so it sits flat.
- Brush squash cavities with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
- Place squash halves, cut-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 30 minutes, or until tender but still firm.
- While squash roasts, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook, stirring often, until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add 1 cup cooked seitan, crumbled, and cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced; 1 teaspoon dried sage; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; ½ teaspoon salt; and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
- Stir in ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley and remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked vegetables, 2 cups crumbled cornbread, 2 tablespoons tamari, and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. Mix well.
- Stir in enough vegetable broth (about ½ cup) so the stuffing is moist but not soggy.
- Adjust seasoning to taste with tamari, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Remove squash from the oven and reduce heat to 300°F (150°C). Carefully turn squash cut-side up.
- Fill each squash cavity with about ½ cup of the stuffing mixture.
- Return squash to the oven and bake until the topping is golden brown and heated through, about 25-30 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Serve hot.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
98 g
Sugar
18g
Fat
3g
Carbs
19g