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.

Sin Bishop
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This is my new favorite winter squash recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Dennis Logic
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I made this dip for a game day party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


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


enock Mwansa
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dip. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Ganesh Xettri
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This dip is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it travels well.


Kokulan Kokul
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I've made this dip several times and it's always a hit. I love that it's a healthy alternative to other dips.


Miss Temple
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I'm not usually a fan of winter squash, but this dip changed my mind. It's so delicious and I can't wait to make it again.


Ravi Mager
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This dip is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of the cinnamon and nutmeg.


Kaziro Solomon
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I made this dip for Thanksgiving and it was a huge success! My guests loved it.


shohidul islam
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This winter squash dip was a hit at my holiday party! It was creamy, flavorful, and the perfect appetizer to warm up a cold winter night.