Acorn Squash Stuffed with Wild Rice

Acorn Squash Stuffed with Wild Rice

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Wild rice makes for a terrific stuffing. The nutty, chewy texture compliments the crunchy nuts and tart cherries with sweetness from the squash and maple syrup.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Wild Rice
  • 2 Cups Water
  • 3 Medium Acorn Squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted and divided
  • 3 Tablespoons Maple Syrup
  • 1 1/2 Teaspoons Fine Sea Salt , divided
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Black Peppercorns , freshly ground, divided
  • 1 Medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 Shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 Celery Stalks, finely chopped
  • 1 Teaspoon Fresh Thyme Leaves, minced
  • 2/3 Cup Medium Pecan Pieces , toasted and finely chopped
  • 1/4 Cup Dried Tart Cherries

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