Whipped Ricotta & Roasted Squash
A Green Christmas (2021)
One thing I love about the festive season is the traditions we have built over the years.
we all cosy-up in our Christmas jumpers for a joyful start to the day
my father brings out his Rudolph tie that lights up & sing’s at the touch of a button (the sound has faded over the years, but he insists on wearing it)
we leave our slippers or shoes at the bottom of the tree for gifts
we sing together before unwrapping presents one by one (a slow but magical moment), cherishing the look of joy in everyone’s eyes
& finally, we gather with family & loved ones around a delicious and warming home-cooked meal
This year’s 'Green Christmas 2021’ menu is filled with flavoursome & unexpected recipes to delight all of your guests’ tastebuds without having to spend hours in the kitchen: more time to celebrate & enjoy the company of loved ones.
Some ingredients were made to be paired together & it is definitely the case in this Whipped Ricotta with Roasted Squash recipe. Topped with different varieties of roasted squash, the whipped ricotta base is garnished with a swirl of olive oil and a mix of herbs & spices. The perfect hassle-free and mouth-watering entrée to start-off the festivities!
✨Wishing you all a wonderful festive season filled with joy, loved ones & as always, good food! ✨
- Vegetarian Recipe -
WHIPPED RICOTTA & ROASTED SQUASH
3 small squash*
450g of ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons of dukkah**
2 tablespoons of olive oil
Fleur de sel
Freshly grated pepper
Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Wash and pat dry the squash.
Cut the squash in halves & discard the seeds. Cut them into 1.5cm thick slices.
Place the slices onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Add the olive oil and season with salt & pepper.
Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until soft and turning golden.
In the meantime, whip the ricotta in a bowl & season with salt & pepper.
Remove the squash from the oven and cut into small pieces.
Place the whipped ricotta into a serving dish and drizzle with olive oil & a handful of dukkah.
Garnish with the squash & top-off with a handful of dukkah.
Notes: *Play with different varieties & colours of squash for more depth of flavour.
**If you cannot find pre-made dukkah, make it yourself: https://cookieandkate.com/easy-dukkah-recipe/ Or, sub. It for any other sort of grains and/or seeds mix to your taste.
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