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Stuffed Butternut Squash w Feta Spinach Bacon

Stuffed Butternut Squash w Feta Spinach Bacon: Cozy Fall Comfort

Experience the savory joy of Stuffed Butternut Squash w Feta Spinach Bacon, a wholesome fall dish overflowing with flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 whole Butternut Squash provides natural sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any vegetable oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Filling
  • 4 slices Bacon or chickpeas/lentils for vegetarian
  • 2 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
  • 4 cups Spinach or kale
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese or goat cheese/ricotta
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  2. Drizzle cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 40-50 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, cook diced bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside, keeping drippings in the pan.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, then add spinach and sauté for 3-4 minutes until wilted.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in bacon and feta cheese, and mix gently until combined.
  6. Flip butternut squash cut-side up, stuff with spinach mixture, and return to oven for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Let cool slightly, garnish with herbs if desired, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 16000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Vegetarian option available. You can prep ingredients ahead of time for quick assembly.

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