Acorn Squash With Apple Couscous Stuffing |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 60 Minutes |
Ready In: 75 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Great lunch or dinner, if you're craving something on the sweet side and hearty. And, this is good for you! Serve with a small salad or steamed vegies. Ingredients:
1 cup couscous |
1 cup apple juice |
1/4 cup prune, pitted & chopped |
1/4 cup dried cranberries |
1/4 cup dried apple |
1/4 cup apple juice concentrate, thawed |
1/4 teaspoon cardamom, ground |
1 tablespoon maple syrup |
4 acorn squash, halved & seeded |
1/4 cup pecans, toasted & chopped |
Directions:
1. Place couscous in a small mixing bowl. Set aside.
2. Bring apple juice to a boil in a small saucepan & pour over the couscous. Cover & set aside until the juice is absorbed.This will take 15 minutes.
3. Stir in the fruit, apple juice concentrate, cardamom & maple syrup. Set aside.
4. Steam squash halves until tender, about 15-30 minutes (depends on the size of the squash). Drain & place on a baking sheet. Preheat oven to 350°F Fill squash halves with the couscous mixture & bake for 20 minutes. Top with pecans & serve.
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