Description
A delicious Butternut Squash Stuffing recipe that combines the sweetness of butternut squash with savory ingredients like sausage, pecans, and fresh herbs, creating a flavorful side dish perfect for any holiday meal.
Ingredients
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For the Butternut Squash:
- 1 butternut squash, approximately 4 cups cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Stuffing:
- 1 cup red onion, chopped
- 10 cups bread cubes, dried
- 3/4 cup pecans, chopped
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh sage, finely chopped
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Butternut Squash: Poke holes in the squash and soften in the microwave or oven. Set aside to cool.
- Cook the Stuffing: Sauté onions and sausage, then combine with bread cubes, pecans, eggs, butter, seasonings, and herbs. Moisten with chicken broth.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking pan and bake until heated through.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
- This stuffing can be made ahead and baked when ready to serve.
- Feel free to customize the ingredients with your favorite nuts or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
