Certainly! Here’s a recipe for Stuffed Butternut Squash with Spinach, Bacon, and Cheese:
Ingredients:
- 1 butternut squash
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Gouda, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place the squash halves on a baking sheet, cut side up. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for about 40-45 minutes or until the squash is fork-tender.
- While the squash is roasting, cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess grease.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped spinach. Sauté until the spinach wilts.
- In a bowl, mix together the cooked bacon, sautéed spinach and garlic, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese.
- Once the butternut squash is done roasting, carefully scoop out some of the flesh from each half, leaving about a 1/2-inch border. Mash the scooped-out flesh and add it to the bacon and spinach mixture. Mix everything well.
- Stuff each butternut squash half with the bacon, spinach, and cheese mixture, pressing it down slightly.
- Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Enjoy your delicious Stuffed Butternut Squash with Spinach, Bacon, and Cheese!
