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Creamed Spinach Stuffed Butternut Squash

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A comforting and wholesome dish that combines the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash with a rich, creamy spinach filling. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium-sized butternut squash, halved and seeds scooped out
  • 6 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated (plus extra for topping)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Halve the butternut squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on the baking sheet and roast for 40-50 minutes, until tender.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. If using frozen spinach, make sure it’s thoroughly drained before adding.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and nutmeg. Mix until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Once the squash is roasted, carefully flip the halves and scoop out some of the flesh to create room for the filling (reserve the scooped squash for another recipe or mix it into the filling).
  7. Fill the squash halves with the creamed spinach mixture. Sprinkle extra parmesan cheese on top.
  8. Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and the top is golden.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

[‘Choose a firm and evenly shaped butternut squash for easier cutting and roasting.’, ‘Drain frozen spinach thoroughly to avoid a watery filling.’, ‘Nutmeg adds a warm depth to the creamy filling.’, ‘You can roast the squash and prepare the filling a day ahead to save time.’]

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Keywords: Creamed spinach, stuffed butternut squash, comfort food, vegetarian dinner, healthy recipe

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