@therecipecollector: This Butternut Squash Hasselback with Whipped Feta, Cranberry Walnut Crunch & Hot Honey is truly extraordinary. It's perfectly roasted with caramelized edges, then topped with smooth whipped feta, a sweet-tart cranberry walnut crunch, and a fiery hot honey drizzle. Each bite is a magnificent celebration of rich, creamy, crunchy, and savory harvest flavors. It serves 4 to 6 people, and the full recipe is below: Ingredients: 1 large butternut squash (about 2 to 2.5 pounds), peeled, halved lengthwise, and seeds scooped out 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/3 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons honey 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) Instructions: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the butternut squash halves flat-side down on a cutting board. Make thin vertical slices across the curved top of each squash half about 1/4-inch apart, being careful not to cut all the way through (tip: chopsticks can act as a guard). Transfer to the baking sheet. Mix olive oil, melted butter, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then brush generously over the squash, getting between the slices. Roast for 45 to 55 minutes, until fork-tender and caramelized. While roasting, prepare the whipped feta by blending crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, and heavy cream in a food processor until smooth and fluffy. In a small skillet, toast walnuts for 3 to 4 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in cranberries. Warm honey with red pepper flakes in a microwave-safe bowl for 15 seconds to make hot honey. Once roasted, transfer the squash to a serving platter. Spread the whipped feta down the center. Scatter the cranberry walnut crunch over the feta, then drizzle hot honey lavishly across the top before serving warm. Chef's Notes: Placing two wooden chopsticks or spoon handles parallel to the squash while slicing prevents cutting all the way through. This dish works as a vegetarian centerpiece or an upscale holiday side dish with roasted meats. Nutrition (approximate per serving): Calories: 320 | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 650mg | Sugar: 16g #NancyG #TheRecipeCollector #ButternutSquash #FallSideDish #HotHoney

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