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Thanksgiving dinner is the ideal meal for this seasonal squash. Whether you want to celebrate with a simple but satisfying side of Parmesan roasted acorn squash, or you really want to push the boat out for your guests by making a spectacular caramelized acorn squash with almonds and blue cheese, we've compiled this collection of special acorn squash side dishes that never fail to impress, making them a perfect part of your Thanksgiving meal!
Stuffed Acorn Squash
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Try this simple, stuffing-filled acorn squash dish when you want to serve something savory instead of the more traditional Thanksgiving squash with butter and brown sugar! You can remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of cooking to let the top of the stuffing crisp up for added texture.
Garlic Butter Acorn Squash
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Acorn squash are halved and baked with butter and garlic in this oh-so-simple, flavor-packed side dish that will impress your guests! "This was simply wonderful!" says home cook Bambam. "I zeroed in on this acorn squash recipe because it wasn't the sweet kind. We were still talking about this recipe the next morning. I can't wait to make this again!"
Instant Pot® Sweet Acorn Squash
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Follow this easy recipe with step by step directions to cook up a classic brown sugar and maple syrup-sweetened acorn squash side dish in just 25 minutes using an electric pressure cooker. Kids and adults alike will love this side dish at Thanksgiving!
Apple-Stuffed Acorn Squash
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Acorn squash halves are baked until tender, then filled with an apple, onion, raisin, brown sugar, cinnamon, and Cheddar filling for a gooey, tasty side dish. "This is the most incredible recipe that I make every Thanksgiving!" says recipe creator cksmon1.
Cheesy Acorn Squash
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This baked acorn squash is filled with a saut? of celery, onions, and mushrooms, then topped with cheese for a fabulous Thanksgiving side dish. "Absolutely wonderful!" says home cook Kay. "What a nice change from the usual brown sugar method. I've already passed the recipe on. A definite keeper!"
Parmesan Roasted Acorn Squash
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This naturally sweet roasted acorn squash side dish is seasoned with Parmesan cheese and thyme for a very simple but delicious addition to your Thanksgiving table. Try it with other dried herbs, if you prefer. Sage, rosemary, or Italian seasoning would also be delicious.
Roasted Acorn Squash with Farro Stuffing
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Wow your guests with this extra-special acorn squash featuring a farro stuffing with meaty maitake mushrooms, sweet and juicy cranberries, chopped pecans, fresh thyme, and parsley. Top with a drizzle of balsamic glaze just before serving for an elegant presentation.
Microwave Acorn Squash
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Sometimes the simplest recipes for acorn squash are the best! Try this easy side dish recipe that involves cooking acorn squash halves that have been brushed with melted butter and seasoned with brown sugar, salt and pepper in the microwave for 10 minutes for tender-perfect acorn squash.
Roasted Honey Cinnamon Acorn Squash
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Acorn squash slices are drizzled with honey and cinnamon, then roasted until golden brown and caramelized; sprinkle with blue cheese, green onions, and almonds for a spectacular Thanksgiving side dish that tastes as good as it looks!
Gingery Quinoa-Stuffed Acorn Squash
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Quinoa, apples, celery, bell pepper, garlic, cinnamon, and loads of ginger are combined to create a flavor-packed stuffing for acorn squash. You can spice up the filling with crushed red pepper flakes, if you like. Top with mozzarella cheese and bake until the cheese has melted and is bubbly for a lovely presentation.
Nana's Holiday Acorn Squash
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Acorn squash halves are stuffed with buttery, crushed saltine crackers flavored with cinnamon and brown sugar and baked until melt-in-the-mouth tender for a crunchy twist on the classic holiday preparation. "Loved this simple way to prepare acorn squash," says home cook Molly. "It baked up crunchy, chewy, sweet, salty and delicious!"
Baked Acorn Squash with Apricot Preserves
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Cooked acorn squash halves are flavored with butter and apricot preserves and then broiled until lightly browned. Home cook LUNA47 was pleasantly surprised by this super-simple side dish: "A very delicious, not overly sweet flavor at all. My new favorite way to serve acorn squash!"
Moroccan-Style Stuffed Acorn Squash
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A Moroccan-inspired couscous with lots of veggies, chickpeas, and raisins is spooned into roasted acorn squash halves. "This is a great and very easy recipe," says home cook BSTEPLEM. "I cook the acorn or butternut squash in the microwave for about 8-9 minutes which is a real time saver."
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