Spaghetti Squash Crostini with Chorizo & Chickpeas

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   Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.

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   Place the halved squash on the baking sheet, cut side up.

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   Drizzle the tops with 1/3 of the olive oil each and a pinch of salt and pepper.

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   Bake the squash for about 45 minutes or until golden brown.

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   Remove baking sheet from oven and set it on a rack.

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   Let squash cool slightly before you start to rake the flesh of the squash out of the skin with a fork.

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   Discard the skins and set the squash aside.

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   Preheat a skillet to medium heat.

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   Add the remaining 1/3 of the olive to the pan and then add chicken chorizo.

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    Begin to brown it.

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    After 5 minutes, add the chickpeas, marinara sauce and red pepper flakes.

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    Stir to combine.

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    Once the chorizo has been cooked through, remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.

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    To serve: Place a tablespoon or more of the spaghetti squash on each slice of the grilled baguette.

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    Dollop another tablespoon of the chorizo-chickpea mixture on top.

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    Garnish with parsley.

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    Recipe adapted from Food and Wine Magazine.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.