Stuffed Acorn Squash - Chrysalis Herbs

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup cooked sausage (optional I like andouille.)
• You can substitute 1 cup of chopped mushrooms and/or beans for vegetarian.
• 1 acorn squash
• Olive oil
• 4 medium kale leaves (stems stripped and chopped, or equivalent greens of choice)
• ½ cup chopped bell pepper
• 1/3 cup chopped onion or leek
• 3-4 minced garlic
• 1 tsp. thyme
• 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 1 cup of cooked rice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Shredded parmesan or Manchego cheese
• Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish