SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
HI EVERYONE,
We are finally in Fall mode, although you wouldn’t know it by the temperature!
But, the Fall vegetables are coming in. This week we’re getting delicata squash, that most delicious squash of all. It also is thin-skinned, which means it’s much easier to prepare than some other squashes.
Today’s recipe is for stuffed delicata squash, which is yummy and also quick and easy.
STUFFED DELICATA SQUASH
2 TBS vegetable oil
4 large delicata squash, ends cut off, sliced horizontally, and seeded
1 lb. lean ground turkey or chicken
1/2 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 –14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
1 tsp seasoning salt. I particularly like truffle salt, but you can use anything you like.
1 cup fresh spinach, washed, dried, and chopped. (You can also use frozen chopped spinach)
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. Add the olive oil to a large skillet. When the oil is hot, brown the meat over medium-high heat. After the meat has been cooking for about 2-3 minutes, add the onion and garlic.
3. Microwave the squash for about 1 minute to soften it.
4. Once the meat is almost fully cooked, add the tomatoes, the seasoning salt, and the spinach. Stir to combine everything and continue to cook until the spinach wilts. This should only take a few minutes.
5. Use a slotted spoon to fill the squash halves with the turkey mixture. Fill them as full as you can.
6. Bake the stuffed squash at 400 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes, until the tops are browned and the squash is soft.
HELPFUL HINT: This is great with some melted cheese on top, or you can sprinkle the finished dish with grated cheese.
I hope you enjoy this simple and satisfying Autumn dish.
Have a delicious week!
Best,
Judi
