12 Roasted Acorn Squash Recipes to Try This Year

Roasted Acorn Squash with Farro Stuffing

Maitake mushrooms give farro stuffing an umami-rich flavor that's balanced by subtle sweetness from dried cranberries and Riesling wine. Chopped pecans and parsley are the perfect finishing touch.

Roasted Acorn Squash Soup

A roasted acorn squash is cooked with butter, onions, carrots, garlic, and chicken stock. Then, the mixture is blended until smooth and seasoned with nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Half-and-half is added in the end for creaminess.

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Parmesan Roasted Acorn Squash

Here's a healthy roasted acorn squash recipe to make with just a few ingredients: squash, Parmesan cheese, fresh thyme, olive oil, and salt and pepper.

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Roasted Honey Cinnamon Acorn Squash

"Caramelized roasted honey cinnamon acorn squash is drizzled with honey and cinnamon, and sprinkled with crumbled cheese and crunchy almonds," says recipe creator Culinary Envy.

Acorn Squash Stuffed with Apple, Cranberry, and Sausage

Serve this sweet and savory roasted acorn squash — stuffed with kielbasa, apples, cranberries, potatoes, and provolone cheese — as a side dish or an entrée.

Roasted Acorn Squash Salad

This impressive fall salad is way easier to make than it looks. "The spices of the recipe were both flavorful and the dressing was a bit sweet — a lovely complement," says reviewer ekb.

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Moroccan-Style Stuffed Acorn Squash

This top-rated dish is stuffed with garbanzo beans, raisins, and couscous. The squash is brushed with butter and brown sugar before roasting, which adds wonderfully rich flavor.

Cheeky Cherry Acorn Squash

Roasted acorn squash is seasoned with nutmeg and topped with a fruity brandy sauce. "The smell alone of this dish will bring home the holidays," says recipe creator Jaana Smith Bauman.

Baked Acorn Squash with Apple Stuffing

A simple filling of apples, celery, onions, maple syrup, and cinnamon makes this acorn squash smell and taste exceptionally cozy.

Autumn Stuffed Acorn Squash

Maple-flavored breakfast sausage works beautifully with autumnal flavors like cinnamon and dark brown sugar. "This is nice enough for company," according to recipe creator CleopatrasCat, who suggests pairing with crusty bread and a full-bodied white wine.

Cheesy Acorn Squash

Looking for a cozy comfort food that's perfect for fall? Your search ends with this easy roasted acorn squash topped with melted Cheddar cheese. Chopped parsley adds a burst of flavor and color.

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Garlic Butter Acorn Squash

This 5-ingredient roasted squash (seasoned with just minced garlic, salt, and pepper) is the perfect side dish for all your favorite fall meals.

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