Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Stuffed Butternut Squash, a creamy and savory dish perfect for warming up on chilly days. This delightful recipe features roasted butternut squash halves generously filled with a rich mixture of cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, fresh spinach, and crispy bacon. Not only is it visually stunning with its vibrant colors, but it also combines the nutritious goodness of seasonal ingredients, making it a wholesome choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as a main course or side dish, this stuffed squash is sure to impress while providing a hearty meal that satisfies everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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2 medium butternut squash
4 oz cream cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh spinach
8 strips cooked bacon
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Halve the butternut squashes lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
Drizzle olive oil over the cut sides and season with salt and pepper.
Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for about 40 minutes until tender.
In a skillet, sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted.
In a bowl, combine cream cheese, Parmesan, sautéed spinach, and half the chopped bacon.
Flip squashes cut-side up, scoop out some flesh to create room for filling, then stuff with the cheese mixture.
Top each half with remaining bacon and return to the oven for an additional 15 minutes.
For extra crispiness, broil for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed half (250g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 590mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 50mg