Description
Warm up your fall evenings with this creamy butternut squash mash, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. Roasted to perfection and mixed with aromatic fresh sage, garlic, and rich Parmesan cheese, this dish is not just a side; it’s a heartwarming centerpiece for your autumn gatherings. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, it’s destined to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve the butternut squash lengthwise, remove seeds, and place cut-side down on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and chopped sage until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add vegetable broth to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Scoop out roasted squash flesh into a bowl; mash until creamy.
- Combine mashed squash with the sautéed garlic mixture and grated Parmesan. Mix well; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm as a delightful side or main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg