WINTER SQUASH DIP

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For a festive presentation, serve this Winter Squash Dip appetizer in a large, round, hollowed-out squash, such as a turban.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 winter squash (about 2 pounds), such as butternut or turban, unpeeled, seeded, and cut into 3-inch pieces
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
2 heads garlic, tops cut off to expose cloves
1 1/4 sticks (10 tablespoons) unsalted butter, room temperature
8 scallions, white and pale-green parts only, sliced 1 inch thick
2 chipotle chiles (canned in adobo sauce)
2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1 1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese (about 4 ounces)
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Paprika, for sprinkling
Roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds), for garnish
Breadsticks, for dipping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place squash on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss. Spread squash in a single layer. Place garlic on a piece of parchment-lined foil. Drizzle with oil, and wrap loosely. Place on baking sheet with squash. Bake until squash is soft and golden brown, about 50 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add scallions, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 4 minutes.
  • Scoop flesh from squash, and transfer to a food processor. Squeeze garlic from skins, and add to squash. Add scallions and chipotles, and pulse until smooth. Add remaining 6 tablespoons butter, the sour cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, and lemon juice, and pulse until just combined but not smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour into a hollowed-out squash or a serving bowl. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Sprinkle with paprika, and garnish with pepitas. Serve with breadsticks.

Dominique Poggenpoel
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I highly recommend this recipe! It's easy to make, delicious, and a crowd-pleaser.


Hayat Albakri
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This dip is so creamy and smooth. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Aiken Luxford
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This dip is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I love the hint of sweetness from the squash and the savory flavor from the spices.


Samim Osman
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I love the smoky flavor that the roasted squash gives to this dip. It's so unique and delicious.


Muzammil Shaikh
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This dip is so versatile! I've served it with pita chips, crackers, vegetables, and навіть fruit. It's always a hit, no matter what I serve it with.


Nkarafat badboy
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This dip is the perfect make-ahead appetizer. I can make it a day or two ahead of time and it's always just as delicious.


Madilynn Winter
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients that I always have on hand. It's so easy to throw together and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mirza shari
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I've been looking for a healthy and delicious squash dip recipe and this one fits the bill perfectly. It's light, fluffy, and packed with flavor. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Md Kalim ali
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I made this dip for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious and unique it was. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Muhammad imran Abbasi
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This dip is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables! My kids loved the sweet and savory flavor of the squash and they couldn't get enough of it.


that kid_chloe
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I've never made squash dip before, but this recipe was so easy to follow and the results were amazing. The dip was creamy, flavorful, and perfect for dipping with vegetables or crackers.


Mustufa Ali
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This dip is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. The squash is roasted to perfection and the spices give it a warm and inviting flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


Amery Robinson
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I used butternut squash for this dip and it turned out so creamy and delicious. I served it with pita chips and crackers and it was a big hit with my friends.


MMA Class
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This winter squash dip was a hit at my holiday party! I love that it's made with simple, wholesome ingredients and that it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.