# Required Ingredients:
→ Squash
01 - 2 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Chili Mac
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
09 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
10 - 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
11 - 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
12 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
13 - 1 cup elbow macaroni
14 - 2 cups vegetable broth
15 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
16 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
17 - 1/2 teaspoon cumin
18 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
19 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
20 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Hot Honey
21 - 1/4 cup honey
22 - 1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce
→ Garnish
23 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
24 - 1/4 cup sliced green onions
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Brush the cut sides of acorn squash halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place cut side down on the baking sheet. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes until flesh is fork-tender.
03 - While squash roasts, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
04 - Add minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and jalapeño to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.
05 - Stir in black beans, diced tomatoes with juices, tomato paste, elbow macaroni, vegetable broth, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
06 - Cover and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until macaroni is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
07 - Remove from heat and stir in 2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
08 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey and hot sauce to desired heat level.
09 - Once squash is roasted, carefully flip halves upright. Spoon chili mac generously into each squash half. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
10 - Return stuffed squash to oven in upright position for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
11 - Drizzle hot honey over stuffed squash. Garnish with cilantro and green onions. Serve hot.
