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Crispy sage leaves and toasted pepitas add flavor and texture to creamy butternut squash dip.
This recipe is from Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar in Delray Beach, Florida, and was originally published in the South Florida Sun Sentinel.
Notes
For an easier way to peel butternut squash, check out this article.
Ingredients
- 2 Pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded and diced (see notes)
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 5 to 6 fresh sage leaves
- 1/2 Cup thinly sliced Spanish onion
- 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
- 8 Ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 Cup sour cream
- 1/2 Cup plain yogurt
- 1 Cup shredded Asiago cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Toasted pepitas, for garnish
- Toasted pumpernickel bread, for serving
Directions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 F.
Step 2: On a baking pan, place 2 pounds peeled and diced butternut squash. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. Roast until tender when pierced with a paring knife, about 20 to 25 minutes. Set aside.
Step 3: Using a medium saute pan over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons butter. Add 5 to 6 fresh sage leaves and cook until crispy. Remove sage leaves, set aside.
Step 4: Add 1/2 cup thinly sliced Spanish onion to the pan and season with salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to low and caramelize the onions, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 5: Using a food processor fitted with a blade attachment, combine the cooked squash and onions. Pulse to combine. Add 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup plain yogurt and 1 cup shredded Asiago cheese. Process until smooth.
Step 6: Transfer squash dip to a medium saucepan over low heat to warm it up.
Step 7: Once warmed, place squash dip in a serving bowl and sprinkle with the crispy sage leaves and toasted pepitas. Serve with toasted pumpernickel crostini.