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Directions for: Stuffed Squash for Two

Ingredients

2 acorn squash

1 Tbsp butter

1 onion, minced

cup finely chopped celery

cup chopped mushroom

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 Tbsp tomato, paste

1 cup fresh breadcrumbs

1 cup shredded cheddar or jarlsberg cheese

cup sunflower seeds

tsp salt

tsp pepper

2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Lay each squash on side. Cut about one-third of each lengthwise in wedge; peel wedge, dice and reserve.

2. Scoop out seeds from remaining squash; cut thin slice off each to level with cut side up. Place in microwaveable dish; microwave on High for 12 to 15 minutes or until tender.

3. Meanwhile, in nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat; cook reserved diced squash, onion and celery, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and garlic; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in tomato paste; cook for 1 minute.

4. In bowl, combine onion mixture, bread crumbs, Cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, salt and pepper. Divide between squash, mounding if necessary; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

5. Bake in oven for 7 to 10 minutes or until golden and heated through.

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