Overstuffed Pattypan Squash

Name: Overstuffed Pattypan Squash
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided; 73 grams fresh corn kernels, about 1 ear; 1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 94 grams cooked lima beans; 2 Tbsps olive oil, divided; 680 grams pattypan squash; 57 grams toasted pecans, chopped; 1 large shallot, diced

Overstuffed Pattypan Squash is a side dish that serves 4. This recipe covers 14% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Watching your figure? This gluten free, dairy free, lacto ovo vegetarian, and vegan recipe has 241 calories, 6g of protein, and 18g of fat per serving. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. A mixture of kosher salt, pattypan squash, lima beans, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty.

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Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put a half sheet pan in the oven to heat for 15 minutes.

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Trim the woody ends and halve the squash crosswise. Scoop out the squash seeds, leaving a 1/2-inch shell. Reserve the flesh.

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Brush the cut sides of the squash with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Arrange the squash, cut side down, onto the preheated pan and roast until the squash is tender and the flesh side is browned, about 15 minutes.

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Salt

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Transfer the squash to a serving platter and set aside.

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Meanwhile, finely chop the reserved squash flesh.

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Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. When the oil shimmers add the chopped squash, shallot, garlic, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and browned, about 2 to 3 minutes.

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Add the corn, limas, pecans, and thyme. Cook until heated through, approximately 1 minute. Divide the stuffing evenly among the cooked squash and serve immediately.

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