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Roasted Butternut Squash Feta Pierogi Recipe

Roasted Butternut Squash Feta Pierogi Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 65 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 25 pierogi / 6 servings casserole
  • Category: Main Course / Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling, Sautéing / Baking
  • Cuisine: Eastern European / American
  • Diet: Vegetarian / Vegan, Gluten-Free optional

Description

Delight your taste buds with these two savory butternut squash recipes: Roasted Butternut Squash Feta Pierogi and Vegan Butternut Squash Casserole, perfect for any occasion from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts.


Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Filling:

  • 2 cups roasted butternut squash, mashed
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter, for sautéing
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Vegan Casserole:

  • 4 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish


Instructions

  1. Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add egg, sour cream, and butter. Knead until smooth. Rest dough for 30 minutes.
  2. Filling: Sauté shallot, combine with squash, feta, pepper, and nutmeg. Fill dough rounds, seal, and cook in boiling water. Sauté until golden. Garnish with parsley.
  3. Vegan Casserole: Roast squash, sauté onion and garlic. Mix with quinoa, coconut milk, yeast, herbs, salt, and pepper. Bake topped with pecans and breadcrumbs until golden. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • You can prepare the pierogi filling a day in advance. Serve with browned butter and caramelized onions for extra flavor.
  • The vegan casserole can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving. Pair with cranberry sauce or vegan gravy.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5 pierogi / 1 portion
  • Calories: 310 / 290
  • Sugar: 2g / 4g
  • Sodium: 380mg / 270mg
  • Fat: 14g / 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g / 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g / 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g / 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g / 28g
  • Fiber: 3g / 5g
  • Protein: 8g / 7g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg / 0mg