Roasted Butternut Squash With Sage Butter (Printable Version)
Caramelized squash cubes coated in crispy sage butter for a comforting side dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Oils & Fats
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Herbs & Seasonings
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced
05 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional
07 - 2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
08 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and tender.
04 - While the squash is roasting, melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the sage leaves and cook, stirring, until the butter turns golden brown and the sage becomes crispy (about 2–3 minutes). Remove from heat.
05 - Transfer the roasted squash to a serving bowl. Drizzle with the sage butter and gently toss to coat. If desired, drizzle with maple syrup or honey for sweetness and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of caramelized squash and nutty brown butter creates layers of flavor that feel sophisticated but come together with barely any effort
- Its the kind of side dish that makes people ask for seconds while secretly being one of the easiest things youll ever make
02 -
- Crowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to end up with steamed squash instead of roasted, give those cubes room to breathe
- The sage butter step can be done while the squash roasts, but keep an eye on it because brown butter goes from perfect to burned in seconds
03 -
- Peel the squash completely, those tough skins never soften properly in the oven and ruin the eating experience
- Cut your cubes as uniformly as possible so everything finishes roasting at the same time