Turkey Sausage Stuffed Delicata Squash

Ingredients

• 2 delicata squash, halved and seeded
• 1 lb ground turkey sausage
• 1/2 cup onion, diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
3. Add the squash and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
4. In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's cooked through, about 8 minutes.
5. Add the onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt, and pepper and cook for another 5 minutes.
6. Place the squash on a baking sheet and fill each one with the sausage mixture. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Delicata squash is a type of winter squash with cream-colored skin and sweet yellow-orange flesh.
• Delicata squash is high in fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium.
• Ground turkey is a leaner alternative to ground beef.