Roasted Carnival Squash Filling (Printer-Friendly Version)
Roasted squash wedges filled with a creamy spinach, artichoke, and chickpea blend, topped with melted parmesan.
# What You'll Need:
→ Squash
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2 carnival squash (acorn or sweet dumpling squash may be substituted)
→ Oils and Seasonings
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Vegetables and Legumes
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2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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140 grams baby spinach
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1 (14.5 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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255 to 340 grams marinated artichokes, drained and roughly chopped
→ Dairy
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80 grams cream cheese, cut into small chunks
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80 grams full-fat Greek yogurt
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67 grams grated Parmesan cheese, divided
→ Miscellaneous
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2 tablespoons water
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 204°C (400°F). Wash the squash and cut in half from root to stem. Scoop out seeds, then quarter each half vertically to form 4 wedges. Toss wedges with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Arrange cut side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for approximately 35 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.
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While squash roasts, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Incorporate baby spinach, chickpeas, black pepper, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, red pepper flakes, and 2 tablespoons water. Stir and cook until spinach wilts. Add chopped marinated artichokes and warm through. Remove from heat and blend in Greek yogurt, cream cheese chunks, and 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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Once squash is tender, arrange wedges cut side up in a row on the baking sheet. Spoon the spinach and chickpea mixture into the cavity of each wedge. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the filled squash. Reduce oven temperature to 190°C (375°F) and bake for an additional 7 to 10 minutes until the cheese melts and develops light browning. Remove from oven before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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Using a parchment-lined baking sheet prevents sticking and eases cleanup.
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Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for desired spiciness.