By: Food & Wine
1.) Baked Acorn Squash with Chestnuts, Apples and Leeks
Halved acorn squash make perfect single-serving bowls. These make a great vegetarian main course for any winter holiday, but they're also a festive accompaniment to turkey, ham or roast goose.
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2.) Spicy Cheddar and Pumpkin Orzo with Arugula
Orzo plays a very comforting role in this dish, soaking up a savory pumpkin and spicy cheddar cheese sauce. Tossing in fresh peppery greens to this just before serving adds a pop of color and great texture to this warm pasta salad.
3.) Bucatini with Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts
Marc Vetri sautés cauliflower and brussels sprouts with onion, garlic, anchovies and herbs until they're charred and flavorful, then tosses them with long, thick strands of bucatini. The best part: the crispy bread crumb topping.
4.) Classic Brown Sugar-Roasted Acorn Squash
Perfectly sweet and easy to make, this classic acorn squash recipe is great for a holiday meal or any time of year.
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5.) Carrot Salad with Mushrooms and Herbs
This raw carrot and mushroom salad is a great party dish because it’s so quick and easy to put together, and its beautiful colors bring a festive feel to any table.
6.) Ginger-Roasted Winter Squash
For winter squash that is crispy on the outside and moist within, Melissa Perello halves each one, roasts it until soft, then cuts it into wedges and roasts it some more.
7.) Healthy Chicken and Roasted Acorn Squash
Perfect as a holiday side or, paired with a nice green salad, as a quick and healthy weeknight meal, this cold-weather twist on traditional chicken salad is sure to satisfy.
