Stuffed Acorn Squash

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Warm, hearty, and beautifully rustic—this stuffed acorn squash recipe brings together the best of fall flavors in one satisfying dish. Whether you're serving it as a comforting main course or a festive side, this recipe is as nourishing as it is eye-catching.

Prep Time:

25 min

Cook Time:

1 h

Servings:

6

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Ingredients

  • 6 Small acorn squash
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 1 Clove garlic minced
  • ½ Cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ Cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1 Tablespoon minced fresh sage
  • 20 Ounces Bob Evans Macaroni & Cheese with Bacon
  • 8 Ounces block gruyere cheese shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Cut top one-third off of each squash; remove seeds and membranes with a spoon.
  3. Place, cut sides up, on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  4. Rub insides of squash with oil.
  5. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until squash are just tender.
  6. Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
  7. Add breadcrumbs, pecans, and sage; cook, stirring occasionally, until breadcrumbs are toasted. Set aside.
  8. Heat macaroni and cheese according to package directions.
  9. Stir together macaroni and cheese and gruyere cheese.
  10. Spoon mixture into squash.
  11. Bake 20 minutes; sprinkle with toasted breadcrumb mixture, and bake 10 minutes longer.

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