How to Make Turkey Sausage-Stuffed Delicata Squash - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that's perfect for the fall season? Look no further than this recipe for Turkey Sausage-Stuffed Delicata Squash. This dish combines the savory flavors of turkey sausage, the sweetness of delicata squash, and a variety of aromatic herbs and spices for a mouthwatering meal that's sure to become a new family favorite.

Delicata squash is a winter squash variety that has a sweet, nutty flavor and a creamy texture when cooked. It's also known for ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 Italian turkey sausages (such as Jennie-O®), casings removed
  • ¼ cup finely chopped celery
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon dried sage
  • ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ cup cooked wild rice (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped dried cherries
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 squash halves

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  • Brush cut sides of squash with 2 teaspoons oil. Place cut-sides down on the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until soft, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add turkey sausage. Saute, breaking up into small crumbles, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add celery, onion, garlic, sage, rosemary and thyme. Continue cooking until vegetables are soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in rice, cherries, and parsley until mixture is warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Turn squash halves over so they are cut-side up. Fill with the sausage mixture and top with Parmesan cheese. Return to oven and bake until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    348 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 799mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 104mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 425mg