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Stuffed Butternut Squash w Feta Spinach Bacon

Savory Stuffed Butternut Squash w Feta Spinach Bacon Bliss

This Stuffed Butternut Squash w Feta Spinach Bacon is a nutritious and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of fall.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash or acorn squash
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or melted coconut oil
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese or goat cheese or ricotta
  • 4 slices Bacon diced
  • 2 cups Spinach or kale or Swiss chard
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano optional, or thyme or Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the butternut squash in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast cut-side down for 40-50 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, cook diced bacon over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until crispy. Remove the bacon but keep drippings.
  4. Sauté minced garlic and spinach in the bacon drippings for 3-4 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  5. Combine crispy bacon, crumbled feta, and optional oregano with the sautéed vegetables.
  6. Turn the roasted squash cut-side up and stuff each half with the filling.
  7. Bake the stuffed squash for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months, thawing overnight before reheating.

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