Stuffed Buttercup Squash

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While browsing through the squash section at the grocery store, I came across buttercup squash. I loved the way they sit flat, making it easy to use them for stuffing. You could also use acorn squash or pumpkin to stuff.

Buttercup squash has a lovely creamy flavour to them. A great comfort food for fall! For the stuffing, I used my Sweet and Savory Stuffing recipe. This stuffed squash would look lovely on a Thanksgiving table.

Here’s how I prepped the stuffed squash:

Prepare the Sweet and Savory Stuffing, as per recipe instructions. Set aside.

Preheat oven to 400. Rinse the squash and dry, removing any dirt. Pierce the squash all over with a fork and place in the microwave, on a microwave safe plate, for approximately 3-4 minutes depending on the size of the squash. Remove squash from microwave. Cut the top of the squash off and scoop out the seeds from the inside so it is hollowed out.

Spoon the stuffing into the hollowed-out squash.

Place stuffed squash on baking sheet or oven safe dish. You can either put the squash top back on (I do so it keeps extra moisture in) or leave it off.

Place squash in preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes or until the squash is tender. Cut and serve hot.

Stuffed Buttercup Squash (AIP, Paleo)

Author: Elaine Drake, chpmom.com

Serves: 4-6 adults (depending on size of the squash)

Instructions:

Prepare the Sweet and Savory Stuffing, as per recipe instructions. Set aside.

Preheat oven to 400. Rinse the squash and dry, removing any dirt. Pierce the squash all over with a fork and place in the microwave, on a microwave safe plate, for approximately 3-4 minutes depending on the size of the squash. Remove squash from microwave. Cut the top of the squash off and scoop out the seeds from the inside so it is hollowed out. Spoon the stuffing into the hollowed-out squash.

Place stuffed squash on baking sheet or oven safe dish. You can either put the squash top back on (I do so it keeps extra moisture in) or leave it off. Place squash in preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes or until the squash is tender. Cut and serve hot.