How To Make Stuffed Acorn Squash | How To Feed a Loon

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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Cut the ends off the acorn squash to help them sit flat.

Cut the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds using an ice cream scoop or spoon.

Brush the inside of the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Place the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 40 minutes until tender.

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Ozo plant-based ground for 4 minutes until it resembles ground beef.

In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 cup of chopped celery, and 1 cup of chopped onion; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.

Add 2 minced cloves of garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until aromatic.

Combine the cooked plant-based ground with the sautéed vegetables and mix until fully incorporated.

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