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Squash & halloumi flatbreads with sweet chilli beetroot jam

If you can’t find butternut squash, this recipe works well with other squash types or sweet potato. The secret ingredient in the flatbreads is yogurt – it keeps them super soft.

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 20 mins ■ Cook 45 mins VEGETARIAN FREEZABL flatbreads only

1 butternut squash
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
225g halloumi
100g baby spinach leaves

FOR THE CHILLI JAM

1 small cooked beetroot (about 125g)
3 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tsp red chilli flakes
1 tsp cumin seeds

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