Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Stuffed Butternut Squash, a delightful dish perfect for fall gatherings or cozy dinners. This recipe features tender butternut squash filled with a rich mixture of creamy cheese, savory bacon, and nutritious spinach. With its vibrant presentation and satisfying taste, this dish is sure to impress your guests and warm your heart. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as either a main course or side dish, you’ll love how quickly it comes together. Whether you’re hosting a festive feast or craving a weeknight meal, Stuffed Butternut Squash is the ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 medium butternut squash
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen)
- 8 strips cooked bacon
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Halve the butternut squash and scoop out seeds. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 40 minutes until tender.
- Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, Parmesan, sautéed spinach, and half the bacon.
- Flip squash halves cut-side up, scoop out some flesh, and fill with the cheese mixture.
- Top with remaining bacon and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in toasted nuts like walnuts or pecans. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses such as feta or goat cheese for unique flavors. This recipe can easily be made vegetarian by omitting bacon.