Stuffed Acorn Squash
Oct 25, 2025 11:40 AM
Sweet and savory Stuffed Acorn Squash with a sausage, rice, and pear filling is destined to become one of your favorite fall dinner recipes!
When the leaves turn golden brown and the autumn rain brings a chill to the air, this satisfying Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe feels like fall! Featuring roasted acorn squash halves drizzled with maple syrup and filled with a flavorful blend of sausage, onions, rice, carrots, and sweet pears, this simple supper comfort recipe is everything you’ve been looking for!
One of the reasons I adore this recipe is for the health benefits! It’s not always easy to make truly “good for you” recipes the kids love to eat – but this is a great one!
In addition to the wholesome ingredients in the stuffing, such as carrots, onions, and pears, the “squash bowl” adds so much nutrition! Acorn squash is packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, and vitamin A. It’s loaded with fiber. This nutrient-dense food benefits your entire body! So, this fabulous fall recipe gets a thumbs up for being as delicious and beautiful as it is healthy!
Ingredients:
Roasted Acorn Squash
- 2 acorn squash
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Filling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 carrots peeled and chopped
- 1 yellow onion peeled and chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 pears cored and chopped
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
40 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
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