Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash

• 2 medium acorn squash
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Fuji Apple
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

How to Make Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and stringy pulp.
3. Place the squash halves cut-side down in a baking dish. Add 1/2 inch of water to the dish.
4. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the squash is easily pierced with a fork.
5. While the squash is baking, prepare the filling: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Add 1 medium apple (about 1 cup diced), and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
7. Stir in 1/4 cup dried cranberries, 1/4 cup orange juice, 1 teaspoon apple pie spice, and 1/4 cup chopped pecans.
8. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the orange juice has reduced slightly. Stir in 1 tablespoon orange zest.
9. Once the squash is tender, remove from the oven and drain excess water.
10. Spoon the apple mixture evenly into the squash halves.
11. Drizzle each half with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup.
12. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and the squash is slightly caramelized.
13. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.