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Stuffed Butternut Squash with Spinach, Bacon, and Cheese

Savor the Season: Stuffed Butternut Squash with Spinach, Bacon, and Cheese

Discover the delicious Stuffed Butternut Squash with Spinach, Bacon, and Cheese, a satisfying gluten-free dish perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 large Butternut Squash The star of the dish
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with melted butter
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Can replace with kale or Swiss chard
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened; vegan option available
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative
  • 4 slices Bacon Can swap for vegan bacon or sautéed mushrooms
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Provides fragrant flavor
Optional Topping
  • 2 slices Additional Bacon For extra crunch
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes For added heat if desired

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. Slice the butternut squash in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and place cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
  3. Drizzle squash with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for about 40 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté fresh spinach for 4-5 minutes until wilted.
  5. Combine cream cheese, Parmesan, cooked spinach and bacon in a bowl until blended.
  6. After roasting, cool the squash slightly and scoop out some flesh to mix into the filling.
  7. Stuff the halves with the filling, then top with remaining bacon.
  8. Return to oven and bake for another 15 minutes.
  9. Broil for 3-5 minutes to achieve a golden finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1half of a squashCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving to maintain flavor.

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