Stuffed Delicata Squash

Ingredients

• 2 delicata squash (cut in half lengthwise, seeds and pulp scooped out)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for brushing baking sheet)
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage
• 2 cups cooked rice (white rice or brown rice)
• 1 bunch lacinato kale (thinly sliced crosswise into ribbons)
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400˚F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or brush lightly with oil.

2. 2

   Cut each delicata squash in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Place halves cut side down on prepared baking sheet; roast 30 to 40 minutes (depending on the size of the squash) until tender. Remove from oven and turn squash halves cut side up. (Leave oven on.)

3. 3

   Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage, breaking into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook and stir until cooked through and lightly browned. Add sliced kale; cook and stir until wilted and tender, 3-5 minutes. Add cooked rice; cook and stir until combined and heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Divide sausage mixture evenly between roasted delicata squash halves and sprinkle with cheese; bake 10 minutes, or until squash is heated through. Serve.