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Apple & Bacon Stuffed Acorn Squash

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“This tastes like fall,” he said as he scooped more out off of his plate.

Folks, that’s what acorn squash filled to the brim – and then some – with finely chopped apples, carrots, bacon, and maple syrup will do to a man.  Now Nate likes veggies…I’m actually really lucky that he loves the variety of food that he does because I think I might go nuts if he didn’t.  But he will always try out the things that I make and give me honest feedback on his thoughts.

 

I got a good one y’all!

I dreamed this bad boy up this weekend as a result of too much time and a hankering for bacon and maple syrup.  I threw things in the pot, stirred in a little wine and cream, and prayed that it would work out.  Sometimes that’s what recipe development is…adding a bunch of stuff and throwing up a Hail Mary that it turns out and you didn’t just waste time and food making something that’s gross.

Thankfully I’m glad to say that this recipe not only worked but tasted great.  There are apples and bacon (obviously) along with carrots and almonds, so the dish is bountiful in texture and flavor.  It’s sweet, but that’s cut by the smokey bacon, always welcome flavor in our house.  It’s perfect served by itself as a main course or sliced in half and served with grilled chicken or more veggies.  It’s an all-around team player, taking the lead if need be or happy to shine on the sidelines too.  And that, my friends, is what we’re always looking for in dinner.

APPLE & BACON STUFF ACORN SQUASH

  • 1 acorn squash
  • 1 large apple
  • 3 small carrots
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
  • 1/8 cup white wine
  • 1/8 cup heavy cream
  • 1 Tbsp maple syrup
  • salt and pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 400.  Cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds with a spoon.  Spray a baking dish with nonstick spray and place the squash cut-side down.  Add about 1/4 of water and place in the oven for 20-25 minutes.  You want the flesh to be very tender!  Meanwhile cook the bacon in a skillet over medium low heat until done and crispy.  Remove from skillet and let cool before crumbling.  Finely chop the apple (I left the skin on) and carrots and add to the pan with the bacon drippings.  Saute for about 10 minutes until soft; add the almonds and saute another minute.  Add the wine and let it evaporate while stirring constantly.  Season with salt and pepper and remove from heat.  Stir in the cream, maple syrup and breadcrumbs and let the mixture sit until the squash is done.  Crumble bacon and stir into the apple mixture.  When the squash is very tender carefully flip it over using tongs and put half of the apple mixture into the middle of each squash half.  Bake another 5 minutes at 400.  Serve hot!

Creamy squash, crunchy almonds, softened carrots and apples, and the smokey-sweet from the bacon and maple syrup.  Nate, you are right indeed – this does taste like fall!

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  1. Natasha says

    November 27, 2012 at 10:06 pm

    This has been open in my browser for a week or so, and I only managed to make it today. Thanks for inventing it, as it’s delicious.

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    • Heather says

      November 28, 2012 at 9:58 am

      I’m so glad you liked it Natasha!

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  2. Becky at VintageMixer says

    October 13, 2011 at 11:08 am

    I’m a huge acorn squash fan but I’ve been eating them the same way for years with butter and maple syrup. Thanks for a new idea.

    Reply
  3. Emily @ A Cambridge Story says

    October 5, 2011 at 10:39 am

    Things that taste like fall rule. This looks splendid!

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  4. Urban Wife says

    October 5, 2011 at 9:52 am

    Genius! It even looks like fall, too. Love. 🙂

    Reply
  5. Kris | iheartwellness.com says

    October 5, 2011 at 9:05 am

    Ummm hello bacon stuffed squash!! If I ate bacon, I would be all over this. I actually think the combo would taste delicious and mild 🙂

    xxoo

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  6. brandi says

    October 5, 2011 at 8:59 am

    bacon + apples is so delicious. and stuffed in a squash? I can’t wait to get some at the market soon.

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  7. Lindsay @ biking before bed says

    October 5, 2011 at 8:58 am

    I can’t wait to make this. I actually have every ingredient in my fridge. That never happens:)

    Reply
  8. AllieNic @ Frisky Lemon Nutrition says

    October 5, 2011 at 7:33 am

    YUM! I had acorn squash last night! This recipe looks awesome–squash, bacon and apples…the perfect fall flavor combination in my mind.

    Thanks for sharing!

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  9. Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says

    October 5, 2011 at 6:53 am

    that looks amazing Heather! I’ve made acron squash stuffed with lentils & sausage but this puts that to shame.

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  10. Lauren at Keep It Sweet says

    October 5, 2011 at 6:37 am

    I could eat this for dinner every day!

    Reply

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