Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Butternut Squash
  • Olive Oil, As Needed
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 3 Tablespoons Mayonnaise Or Creme Fraiche
  • 1 cup Gruyere, Divided
  • 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne
  • 1 Tablespoon Finely Chopped Parsley
  • 13 cups Pistachios, Finely Chopped

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  • Rub with olive oil and salt and arrange cut side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Roast in the oven for 45 minutes, or until a fork easily slides in and out of the squash.
  • When cool enough to touch, scoop out the squash flesh and reserve in a bowl.
  • Stir in the garlic, mayo or creme fraiche, 3/4 cup cheese, cayenne and parsley.
  • Taste for seasoning and add more salt as necessary (youll probably need 1/2 teaspoon).
  • Transfer to an oven safe ramekin or casserole and top with the remaining cheese and nuts.
  • Bake until the cheese is melted (be careful not to burn the nuts), about 10 minutes.
  • Serve immediately with gluten-free crackers or baguette rounds.