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Sausage Stuffed Butternut Squash

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A delicious and hearty dish featuring roasted butternut squash filled with savory sausage and cheese, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 2 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs each, halved lengthwise and seeded)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt (divided)
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper (freshly ground, divided)

Meat

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot, casings removed)

Aromatics

  • 1 large yellow onion (diced, about 1.5 cups)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp fresh sage (chopped, or 1 tsp dried)

Broth & Cheese

  • 0.25 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated, plus more for serving)
  • 0.75 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut butternut squash in half, scoop out seeds, brush with 1 tbsp olive oil, and roast for 40-45 minutes until tender.
  • Meanwhile, cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Add diced onion, garlic, and sage; cook until fragrant and onion is translucent.
  • Mix cooked sausage mixture with chicken broth, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses.
  • Scoop out roasted squash flesh, leaving a border, and combine with sausage mixture. Stuff the mixture back into the squash halves.
  • Return stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes. Serve warm, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with sautéed mushrooms or a plant-based sausage alternative.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: butternut squash, Cheese, Sausage