Butternut Squash Whipped Feta Dip

Name: Butternut Squash Whipped Feta Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium butternut squash; 6 oz feta cheese; 4 oz softened cream cheese; 2 Tablespoons olive oil; 1 Tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon paprika; Salt and pepper, to taste; Fresh herbs (such as thyme or parsley) for garnish; Optional: sliced baguette or pita chips for serving

Pairs With Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

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Difficulty:: Easy
Prep Time:: 15 minutes
Cook Time:: 35 minutes
Total Time:: 50 minutes
Yield:: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash 2 medium butternut squash
6 oz feta cheese 12 oz feta cheese
4 oz softened cream cheese 8 oz softened cream cheese
2 Tablespoons olive oil 4 Tablespoons olive oil
1 Tablespoon honey 2 Tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon garlic powder 2 teaspoons garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh herbs (such as thyme or parsley) for garnish Fresh herbs (such as thyme or parsley) for garnish
Optional: sliced baguette or pita chips for serving Optional: sliced baguette or pita chips for serving

Instructions

Roast the Butternut Squash: Heat your oven to 400°F. Halve the butternut squash, remove seeds, and coat with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast 30-35 minutes until soft.
Whip the feta: Blend feta, cream cheese, honey, garlic powder, and paprika in a food processor until smooth. Scoop out the roasted squash flesh and add it to the mixture. Blend until creamy. Taste and adjust with more honey, salt, or olive oil.
Plate and garnish: Transfer to a serving bowl, swirl the top, and garnish with fresh herbs and honey. Serve with crusty bread and a glass of Pinot Noir.