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stuffed acorn squash with savory farro bacon or sausage and parmesan recipe

Stuffed Acorn Squash with Savory Farro: A Cozy Delight


  • Author: Juanita A. Smith
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Stuffed acorn squash filled with savory farro, bacon or sausage, and topped with parmesan.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 acorn squashes
  • 1 cup farro
  • 4 strips of bacon or 1 pound sausage
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the acorn squashes in half and remove seeds.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Place cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes.
  5. In a pot, cook farro in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
  6. In a skillet, cook bacon or sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.
  7. In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
  8. Add cooked farro and bacon or sausage to the skillet. Mix well.
  9. Remove squashes from the oven and fill them with the farro mixture.
  10. Top with parmesan cheese and bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Notes

  • Adjust seasonings to your taste.
  • You can substitute farro with quinoa for a gluten-free option.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: stuffed acorn squash, farro, bacon, sausage, parmesan