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Cheese Stuffed Butternut Squash

Creamy Cheese Stuffed Butternut Squash That Wows!

Delight in this Cheese Stuffed Butternut Squash, a melted cheese-filled dish that's perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 squash halves
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 2 medium Butternut Squash halved and seeded
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust according to dietary needs
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
For the Filling
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach can swap with kale
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese can substitute with Fontina
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese can use Ricotta for lighter option
  • 4 ounces Gorgonzola Cheese can substitute with feta
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • parchment paper
  • spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Halve the butternut squash lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, season with salt and pepper, place cut-side down on the baking sheet, and bake for 30 minutes.
  3. After 30 minutes, flip the squash halves and bake for an additional 10 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. While baking, heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, add spinach, and cook until wilted.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in mozzarella, cream cheese, gorgonzola, and parmesan until creamy and well combined.
  6. Scoop out a bit of the baked squash flesh, mix with the cheese mixture, and fill each squash half.
  7. Return to oven and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let cool for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squash halfCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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