Gourmet Acorn Squash

Directions

1. 1
   Cut squash in halves and remove seeds and membranes.
2. 2
   Arrange on buttered baking sheet.
3. 3
   Fry bacon until crisp and drain on paper towels. Crumble and reserve.
4. 4
   In bacon fat, saute onion, celery and green pepper until tender.
5. 5
   Stir in tomato sauce. Sprinkle squash halves with salt and dot with butter.
6. 6
   Put a tablespoon of vegetable mixture in each cavity and sprinkle with bread crumbs.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
8. 8
   Sprinkle bacon on top before serving.