I wanted to share one of my favourite fall/winter recipes with you. It is such a simple recipe yet delicious and perfect for when you’re looking for something different for a change.
The nice thing about this recipe is you can switch up the ingredients based on what you have in the fridge. So every time I make this, it is just a little bit different but always yummy.
Squash Bowls
Usually I use Acorn Squash because I feel sorry for them at the supermarket. I feel like Butternut is often an attention whore and they are overlooked a little bit too often. That being said, this time I used Delicata Squash to mix things up even more ( I know, I’m just a rebel without a cause).
Cut your squash in half, scoop out the seeds (which I usually save for later to toast with maple syrup, cayenne & smoked salt) and place upside down in a baking dish with a shallow amount of water. Plop in the oven at 350 or 400 until tender. Usually 45-60 mins.
Heat up a tablespoon of butter and stir in 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and set aside for assembly later.
Next up, prepare some Quinoa. I usually prepare my Quinoa in stock, chicken or veggie, whatever is on hand. I find it’s best to use less liquid for this particular recipe so that the Quinoa is light and fluffy. Say 1.5 cups or so of liquid to 1 cup of Quinoa.
While this is going heat up some oil in a large skillet and saute the following or a variation of to your liking:
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 small onion
2 carrots, chopped
8 stalks of asparagus
Next toss in:
1 cup garbanzo beans, drained
1/2 cup raisins
5 dried apricots
After a couple of minutes, spice it up with:
handful of cilantro
1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
Sometimes I throw in celery root, sometimes bacon. The great thing about this recipe is that it is fun to play with and you usually can’t go wrong. So have fun! Use up those odds and ends in the fridge.
Now, mix together your Quinoa with your veggie medley. Spread your buttery, sugary mess all over the insides of your hot squash (…settle down people…) and fill with your amazingly healthy and tasty stuffing and Voilà! Dinner is served. Serve by itself or with a side of asparagus. Whatever you like, it’s your creation and it is damn delicious.
