Savor the extraordinary Garlic and Herb Baked Stuffed Acorn Squash with Sage and Cranberries recipe at your upcoming autumn get-together. The delightful amalgamation of juicy squash, sage, and cranberry will bring a refreshing sweetness to any Thanksgiving side dish. What’s even better? This marvelous meal is easy to prepare – simply bake the squash until it achieves tender perfection, then fill it with a particularly tasty blend of garlic, herbs, and breadcrumbs!
Ingredients:
- 2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp of fresh sage, chopped
- 1 tbsp of fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup of dried cranberries
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rub the halved acorn squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the squash cut side down on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the flesh is tender.
- In a bowl, mix together the garlic, sage, thyme, breadcrumbs, and dried cranberries.
- Remove the squash from the oven and turn them cut side up.
- Stuff each squash half with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Return the squash to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the stuffing is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Feed your family of four with this tasty dish, which pairs perfectly with golden-brown roasted turkey, creamy mashed potatoes and delicious green beans.