Acorn Squash and Wild Rice

 

Ingredients -

2 (1-1/2 pounds each) Acorn Squash
1/2 pound Small Brussels Sprouts
2 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup Diced Yellow or White Onion
1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds
1 teaspoon Dried Marjoram
1/4 cup minced Fresh Sage
1/4 cup Fresh Orange Juice
2 teaspoons Fresh Lemon Juice
1/8 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
2 cups Cooked Wild Rice

 
Preparation:

1. Turn the oven to 350 degrees and preheat.

2. Split the squash in half and remove the seeds and pulp with a spoon.

3. Place the squash, cut side down in a large baking dish with 1 inch of water.

4. Bake for 45 minutes or until tender.

5. Fill a large stockpot with 2 inches of water.

6. Place in the stockpot a large collapsible steamer and bring the water to a boil.

7. Add the Brussels sprout inside, cover and steam until tender, which takes about 5 to 7 minutes.

8. Set to the side.

9. Heat the oil in a large skillet over low heat.

10. Add the onion and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

11. Add the marjoram, fennel, orange juice, sage, lemon juice and pepper.

12. Simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

13. Add the cooked rice and the steamed Brussels sprouts and heat to hot.

14. Spoon the wild rice and Brussels sprout mixture into the squash cavities.

15. Serve immediately.

 



Acorn Squash Tip
Winter Squash and Pumpkins

Winter squash and pumpkins are a good source of vitamin A. The seeds found in many winter squash can be roasted and eaten. The seeds contain numerous minerals and are a good source of vitamin B.  The leaves and blossoms found on many fresh winter squash are also edible.


Acorn Squash Tip
Soufflé

A cake made from beaten egg whites and egg yolks with a very light texture. The eggs are usually combined with other ingredients to give the soufflé a savory or sweet taste.




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