{"id":1430,"date":"2025-09-29T19:44:55","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T19:44:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/?p=1430"},"modified":"2025-09-29T19:46:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T19:46:17","slug":"good-for-you-fall-dinner-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/diet-and-recipes\/good-for-you-fall-dinner-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Good-for-You Fall Dinner Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-style-logos-only is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-facebook  wp-block-social-link\"><a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BotanicChoice\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.5 2 2 6.5 2 12c0 5 3.7 9.1 8.4 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class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-tiktok  wp-block-social-link\"><a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@botanicchoice\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M16.708 0.027c1.745-0.027 3.48-0.011 5.213-0.027 0.105 2.041 0.839 4.12 2.333 5.563 1.491 1.479 3.6 2.156 5.652 2.385v5.369c-1.923-0.063-3.855-0.463-5.6-1.291-0.76-0.344-1.468-0.787-2.161-1.24-0.009 3.896 0.016 7.787-0.025 11.667-0.104 1.864-0.719 3.719-1.803 5.255-1.744 2.557-4.771 4.224-7.88 4.276-1.907 0.109-3.812-0.411-5.437-1.369-2.693-1.588-4.588-4.495-4.864-7.615-0.032-0.667-0.043-1.333-0.016-1.984 0.24-2.537 1.495-4.964 3.443-6.615 2.208-1.923 5.301-2.839 8.197-2.297 0.027 1.975-0.052 3.948-0.052 5.923-1.323-0.428-2.869-0.308-4.025 0.495-0.844 0.547-1.485 1.385-1.819 2.333-0.276 0.676-0.197 1.427-0.181 2.145 0.317 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Here we\u2019ve gathered a few of our best fall recipes you\u2019re sure to enjoy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header0\">In This Healthy Insight:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#Header1\">Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Almond Salad<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#Header2\">Farro-Stuffed Acorn Squash<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#Header3\">Time-Saving Rotisserie Chicken Chowder<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#Header4\">Mom\u2019s Stuffed Green Peppers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#Header5\">Autumn Chicken Casserole<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#Header6\">Chicken-Broccoli Soup<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#Header7\">Spaghetti Squash Alfredo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Post-Thumbnail-560-x-220-px.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10871\" style=\"width:512px;height:342px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header1\"><strong>Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Almond Salad<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This healthy fall recipe combines the crunch of Brussels sprouts and nuts with the sweetness of honey and apple. High in fiber, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/vitamins\">vitamins<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/15-essential-minerals-for-body\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"minerals (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">minerals<\/a>, Brussels sprouts are low in calories. Plus, this yummy salad looks and tastes fabulous enough for company. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yields: 4 servings<br><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 tbsp. virgin olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 1\/2 tsp. pure honey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 lb. Brussels sprouts thinly sliced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 large Rome Beauty or Golden Delicious apple, chopped or slivered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 medium onion and a pinch of garlic powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/3 c. toasted shaved almonds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp. shaved parmesan cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Directions:<\/strong><br>Whisk together oil, lemon juice, and honey in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add Brussels sprouts, apple, onion\/garlic powder, and almonds; toss to combine. Fold in parmesan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header2\"><strong>Farro-Stuffed Acorn Squash <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A fall favorite, acorn squash is chock-full of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=1&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKzo2s2MXpAhVDmK0KHaFsB80QFjAAegQIAxAB&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.botanicchoice.com%2Fvitamins%2Fc-vitamins%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw1XUwXw2Vi0OWuwSA-3rFFa\">vitamin C<\/a>, potassium, iron and magnesium. Farro is rich in fiber and antioxidants and low in calories and fat. Both are replacements for carbs and a perfect combination for autumn meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yields: 8 servings<br><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4 medium-sized acorn squash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>6 tbsp. virgin olive oil, divided<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 c.&nbsp;farro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 c.&nbsp;plus 2-4 tablespoons apple cider, divided<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5&nbsp;sprigs fresh thyme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc tsp. basil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 lb.&nbsp;pork sausage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 small sweet onion, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4&nbsp;stalks celery, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3&nbsp;cloves garlic, minced&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp.&nbsp;fresh thyme, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2&nbsp;bunches collard greens, cleaned and chopped<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat oven to 400\u00b0. Cut ends off each squash<br>and halve.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scoop out seeds and brush with 4 tbsps olive<br>oil. Season with salt and pepper and roast until tender, 30-35 minutes.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meanwhile, make farro: in a medium saucepan,<br>combine farro with 4 cups cider, 2 cups water, and thyme sprigs. Bring to a<br>simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is evaporated and farro is<br>tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove thyme sprigs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a large skillet heat remaining oil. Add<br>sausage and basil and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon until cooked<br>through, 4-5 minutes. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon onto a paper-towel<br>lined plate. Drain most of fat, saving 1 tbsp.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return sausage to skillet. Add onion and celery<br>and cook until soft, 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add garlic and<br>chopped thyme and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add greens and cook for 4 minutes, stirring<br>frequently. Add remaining 2-4 tablespoons cider then cook 4 minutes more, or<br>until greens are tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add cooked farro and sausage to skillet with<br>vegetables and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Divide<br>mixture among the 8 squash halves. Switch oven to broil and broil until tops<br>are golden and filling is warmed, 2 to 3 minutes. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional: Top with chopped parsley for garnish.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Post-Thumbnail-560-x-220-px-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10872\" style=\"width:512px;height:342px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header3\"><strong>Time-Saving Rotisserie Chicken Chowder<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tasty fall veggies and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/top-10-herbs-for-body-mind\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"herbs for flavor (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">herbs for flavor<\/a> and comfort on a cool fall evening.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yields: 7 cups<br><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 tbsp. olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp. unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup chopped shallots <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cloves garlic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp. crushed cumin or fennel seeds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp. all-purpose flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 c. whole milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 c. chicken stock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3\/4 lb. potatoes cut into 1\/2-inch chunks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>8 sprigs thyme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 c. frozen corn, thawed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a large pot, cook shallot in butter, stirring<br>occasionally, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cumin. Cook,<br>stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute. Add flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slowly whisk in milk and then chicken stock. Add<br>potatoes and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil,<br>reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are tender, 14 to 16 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add chicken and corn. Cook until soup is heated<br>through, 1 to 2 minutes. Discard thyme. Top with crispy bacon pieces if<br>desired. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header4\"><strong>Mom\u2019s Stuffed Green Peppers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An oldie but a goodie. Peppers are low in calories and a good source of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/13-essential-vitamins\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"vitamins A and C (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">vitamins A and C<\/a> along with potassium, fiber, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=1&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjRn6S42MXpAhUFYKwKHcjECbYQFjAAegQIAhAB&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.botanicchoice.com%2Fantioxidants%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw1GLzH-anUmr3Iz2xkBKHMj\">natural antioxidants<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yields: 4 servings<br><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u00bd c uncooked rice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp.&nbsp;extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1&nbsp;small onion, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp.&nbsp;tomato paste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2&nbsp;cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3\/4 lb.&nbsp;ground beef<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1&nbsp;(14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd &nbsp;tsp.&nbsp;dried oregano<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 4&nbsp;bell peppers, tops, seeds and cores removed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 1 c.&nbsp;shredded&nbsp;Monterey jack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat oven to 400\u00b0. In a small saucepan,<br>prepare rice according to package instructions. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a large skillet heat oil and cook onion until<br>soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and garlic and cook until fragrant,<br>about 1 minute more. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up meat with a wooden<br>spoon, until no longer pink, 6 minutes. Drain fat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Combine cooked rice and diced tomatoes in the<br>skillet with the beef. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Let simmer until<br>liquid has reduced slightly, about 5 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place peppers cut side-up in a<br>9&#8243;-x-13&#8243; baking dish and drizzle with oil. Spoon beef mixture into<br>each pepper and top with Monterey jack, then cover baking dish with foil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake until peppers are tender, about 35 minutes.<br>Uncover and bake until cheese is bubbly, 10 minutes more.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Blog-Post-Thumbnail-560-x-220-px-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10873\" style=\"width:512px;height:342px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header5\"><strong>Autumn Chicken Casserole <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All your fall favorites in a single dish. Ideal for\nleftovers or the freezer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yields 4 servings<br><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 tbsp.&nbsp;extra-virgin&nbsp;olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Olive oil spray for baking dish&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 lb.&nbsp;boneless&nbsp;skinless chicken breasts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 small&nbsp;onion, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1&nbsp;medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 lb.&nbsp;Brussels sprouts quartered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1&nbsp;cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp.&nbsp;fresh thyme leaves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd &nbsp;tsp.&nbsp;paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc &nbsp;tsp.&nbsp;ground cumin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc &nbsp;c.&nbsp;low-sodium chicken broth, divided<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 c.&nbsp;cooked wild rice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc &nbsp;c.&nbsp;dried cranberries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc c. dried raisins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc &nbsp;c.&nbsp;sliced almonds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat oven to 350\u00b0 and spray a 9&#8243;x 13&#8243;<br>baking dish with oil. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a large, deep skillet heat 1 tbsp. olive oil.<br>Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to skillet and cook until<br>golden, 8 minutes per side. Let rest 10 minutes, then cut into bite-sized<br>pieces.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat another tablespoon oil over&nbsp;medium heat.<br>Add onion, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, garlic, thyme, paprika, and<br>cumin.&nbsp; Cook&nbsp;until softened, 5 minutes. Add 1\/8 cup&nbsp;broth, bring<br>to a simmer, and cook, covered, 5 minutes.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place cooked rice in a&nbsp;large baking dish<br>and season with salt and pepper. Stir in chicken, cranberries, raisins, cooked<br>vegetables, and remaining 1\/8 cup broth. Top with almonds and bake until dish<br>is hot and almonds are toasted, 15 to 18 minutes.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header6\"><strong>Chicken-Broccoli Soup <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This will warm you up on a cold day and keep you healthy, too. Broccoli&nbsp;is a great <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/vitamins\/\">source of vitamins<\/a> K and C and also provides potassium and fiber while spinach is loaded with calcium, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/vitamins\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"vitamin A (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">vitamin A<\/a>, folic acid and other nutrients. Use rotisserie chicken to save time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yields 4 servings<br><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 heads&nbsp;broccoli <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp.&nbsp;olive oil&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1&nbsp;cloves garlic, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1&nbsp;shallot, finely chopped&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 c. chicken broth&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 c.&nbsp;baby spinach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/2 c.&nbsp;grated Parmesan&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp.&nbsp;lemon zest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 3 tbsp.&nbsp;lemon juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 c.&nbsp;shredded chicken&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Directions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cut tops of broccoli into small florets and<br>slice stems into thin pieces.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat olive oil&nbsp;in large pot and cook garlic&nbsp;and<br>onion until sizzling, about 2 minutes. Add broccoli stems; cover and cook 3<br>minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add florets and 1\/2 cup&nbsp;water, cover<br>immediately and steam until bright green, 3 to 6 minutes. Transfer half of<br>florets to bowl and set aside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add chicken broth&nbsp;and baby spinach&nbsp;and<br>simmer 10 minutes. Add grated&nbsp;Parmesan,&nbsp;lemon zest,&nbsp;and lemon<br>juice, then puree in a blender. Stir in shredded&nbsp;rotisserie<br>chicken&nbsp;and reserved broccoli florets. Serve with toasted Italian bread.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header7\"><strong>Spaghetti Squash Alfredo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spaghetti squash has vitamin C and B6 with small amounts of thiamine, folate, and calcium. It\u2019s also low in calories and high in fiber. This dish is ideal for vegetarians or makes a hearty, satisfying side dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yields: 4 servings<br><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4 lb.&nbsp;spaghetti squash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/4 tsp.&nbsp;salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/4 tsp.&nbsp;pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 c.&nbsp;half and half<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 tbsp.&nbsp;butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 c.&nbsp;finely grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 tbsp.&nbsp;shredded Mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Directions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using<br>a sharp knife, poke holes into the squash and microwave for one minute. Cut<br>squash in half, scoop out and discard seeds. Brush oil across top and season<br>with 1\/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Bake 40 minutes at 375. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While<br>that\u2019s baking, in small saucepan, heat and simmer half-and-half and butter about<br>5 minutes until reduced slightly. Gently whisk in finely grated Parmesan<br>cheese. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With<br>fork, scrape flesh of each squash to separate into strands, leaving 1\/2-inch<br>border on sides. Evenly divide sauce among halves and top each with 2<br>tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese. Broil 1 to 2 minutes or until bubbly<br>and browned in spots. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Digestive-Health\/\">Shop Digestive Health<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fall foods like squash, apples and potatoes not only brim with flavor, but they\u2019re also super nutritious. 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