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Sloppy Joe Stuffed Delicata

September 26, 2013 By Vanessa Rae Romero

Delicata Squash BoatsAhhhhh! As in Delicatahhhhh. Oh how I adore thee. I realize 'tis the season of pumpkin, but man oh man, if you haven't ventured out and tried this winter squash variety, listen to me — just do it. Do it now.

If you turn your nose up to squash, I can relate, I used to as well, but you have to believe me on this variety, delicata is DELICIOUS. Slighty sweet with a creamy pulp, this winter squash has a taste reminiscent of corn and sweet potato.

Delicata can be used as a vehicle for any variety of stuffings or simply dressed with ghee and Celtic sea salt.

Winter squash comes in many different shapes and sizes and share a few traits such as a hard protective skin and a hollow cavity with seeds. Which by the way roasted squash seeds are amazing and easy to make. Each variety of winter squash has a slightly different taste and texture with the Delicata being the tastiest.

Delicata squash contains carotenoids, plant nutrients, which are responsible for the yellow-orange flesh. These nutrients are also responsible for its health promoting properties. It is also a good source of vitamins C, B1, B6 pantothenic acid, niacin and potassium.

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Sloppy Joe Stuffed Delicata

Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 Delicata Squash
  • 1 lb. Ground Beef
  • 1/2 Yellow Onion, Chopped
  • 1 Clove Garlic, Crushed
  • 1/2 c. Sugar-Free Ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp. Cocoa Powder
  • 1 Tbsp. Organic Yellow Mustard
  • 1 tsp. Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp. Celtic Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp. Hickory Liquid Smoke

Directions

    Delicata Squash
  1. Cut the delicata from tip to tip lengthwise with a sharp butcher knife.
  2. Clean the seeds out with a spoon.
  3. Lay the squash halves open side down in a baking dish and add ¼ cup of water.
  4. Bake at 400 degrees F for 25 minutes or until fork tender.
  5. Sloppy Joe Filling
  6. In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef with chopped onion.
  7. Do not drain.
  8. To cooked beef, add crushed garlic, ketchup, cocoa, mustard, chili powder, pepper, salt and liquid smoke.
  9. Mix well.
  10. Fill each delicata half with sloppy joe filling and enjoy!

Notes

A serving of delicata squash, 3/4 c (85 g) = 30 calories, 0g fat, 7g carbs, 1g fiber, 1g protein

Exact nutrition information for this recipe will vary depending on size of squash and amount of filling used per serving.

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