Portobello Sage-Stuffed Acorn Squash

Portobello Sage-Stuffed Acorn Squash.

This Protein-packed Portobello Sage-Stuffed Acorn Squash is a healthy alternative side dishes. Crisp pancetta bacon, rich Portobello mushrooms, sweet dates, and aromatic sage bring fabulous, flavor to every bite.

Portobello and Sage-Stuffed Acorn Squash

Portobello and Sage-Stuffed Acorn Squash packed with protein this acorn squash also provides a healthy and tasty alternative side dishes. Crisp pancetta, rich Portobello mushrooms, sweet dates, and aromatic sage bring fabulous, yet diverse, flavor to every bite. As a bonus, the lentils and walnuts make it more filling, so maybe you will be able to stop at just one piece of pumpkin pie this holiday season!

• Author: Kim Schob
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 75 mins
• Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
• Yield: 6 1x

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Ingredients

• 3 acorn squash, cut in half, seeds removed
• 3 T. extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 3–4 garlic minced
• 4 oz. pancetta, diced
• 1½ lbs. Portobello mushrooms, roughly chopped
• ½ medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 c. green lentils, cooked
• 1 1/2 T. fresh sage, finely chopped
• ¼ c. dry red wine 
• 1/3 c. dates, roughly chopped
• ¼ c. walnuts, chopped
• ¼ c. Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• Sea salt, black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Position oven rack to the center position, then preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a large baking dish (10X15) with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
2. Place the acorn squash halves cut side up in the prepared baking dish and brush cut edges with one tablespoon olive oil. Season with sea salt and black pepper, to taste. Place baking dish on center rack in pre-heated oven and roast for 40 minutes, or until the squash is fork tender.
3. In the meantime, heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and pancetta and cook, occasionally stirring, until lightly browned, approximately 2-3 minutes.
4. Add chopped mushrooms and cook, occasionally stirring, until they start to brown, approximately 4-5 minutes. Add sliced onions and continue cooking, stirring once or twice, for another 3-4 minutes.
5. Stir green lentils, fresh sage, and red wine into the skillet. Cook, occasionally stirring, until mixture thickens, approximately 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped dates and toasted walnuts. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Set aside.
6. When ready, remove cooked squash from oven and cool slightly before filling each half with the Portobello mushroom mixture. Sprinkle each half with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Return stuffed squash to oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until heated through, and the cheese starts to melt.
8. Remove from oven and serve immediately.

Equipment

Large Skillet

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Large Baking Dish

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Notes

Tip: Acorn squash seeds can be seasoned and toasted, just like pumpkin seeds. Reserve the seeds while preparing this recipe to enjoy as a healthy snack later.

Keywords: Sage, Stuffed Acorn Squash, Portobello

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