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Stuffed Acorn Squash

with Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Whole Grain Bread Crumbs

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Prep Time: 
75 minutes
Number of Servings: 
Serves 4
Recipe Source: 
Food For Life

Ingredients

  • 2 Slices of Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Whole Grain Bread
  • 2 large acorn squash
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1⁄4 tsp pepper
  • 1⁄2 tsp salt
  • 1⁄2 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1⁄2 cup apple, peeled and diced
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1⁄2 cup cooked quinoa (or brown rice)
  • 1⁄2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1⁄4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1⁄4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Slice the acorn squash in half from stem to tip and scoop out the seeds.
  3. Brush the cut sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place cut side down on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 30 to 40 minutes until tender.
  5. Make bread crumbs out of Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Whole Grain Bread.
  6. While the squash roasts, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  7. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until softened, about 3 minutes.
  8. Stir in the diced apple, cinnamon, sage, and nutmeg. Cook for another 3 minutes until fragrant.
  9. Add cooked quinoa, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts. Stir to combine, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Turn the roasted squash halves cut side up and fill each with the quinoa mixture.
  11. Mix the crumbled breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the top of each squash half.
  12. Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until the topping is golden and crispy.
  13. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Info: 
Made with quinoa: 430 Calories, 12 g Protein, 6 mg Cholesterol, 65 g Carbohydrates, 18 g Total sugars (0 g Added sugars), 8 g Fiber, 17 g Total fat (3 g sat), 467 mg Sodium, ★★★★ Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, ★★★ Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Magnesium, ★★ Vitamin C, Calcium, Folate, Potassium, ★ Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Iron, Zinc

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Food For Life

Food For Life takes the time to sprout the grains in most all of their products to release nutrients that would otherwise remain dormant. In other cases, they use more than 18 grains and seeds from all over the world in a single loaf of bread, so you can benefit from the most nutrient rich, wholesome products out there.

Food For Life developed yeast-free, gluten-free, vegan and diabetic-friendly selections that promote wellness, happiness and assure peace of mind. From their pastas and breads, to their cereals, tortillas and english muffins, they strive to bring you the very best food for your life.

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