Description
Discover our delicious stuffed delicata squash recipe! This easy-to-bake guide will walk you through step-by-step to create the best flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 medium delicata squash
- 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for brushing
- 1 lb ground turkey or Italian sausage (or vegetarian alternative)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and halve delicata squash lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Brush cut sides with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
- While squash roasts, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up. Drain fat. Add onion, celery, and garlic; sauté 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in sage, thyme, and smoked paprika; cook 1 minute more.
- Remove skillet from heat. Stir in cooked quinoa, broth, and half of the shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove squash from oven and flip cut-side up. Spoon filling generously into each squash cavity.
- Return stuffed squash to oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top during the last 5-7 minutes, baking until melted and golden. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins