HASSELBACK BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH BAY LEAVES
For this holiday-worthy recipe, roasting the butternut with several bay leaves slipped between the slices results in a subtle aromatic backdrop for the chile glaze.
Provided by Ann Redding
Categories Bon Appétit Butternut Squash Thanksgiving Side Chile Pepper Maple Syrup Vegetarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Dinner
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place a rack in upper third of oven; preheat to 425°F. Halve squash lengthwise and scoop out seeds with a large spoon. Using a peeler, remove skin and white flesh below (you should reach the deep orange flesh). Rub all over with oil; season with salt and pepper. Roast in a baking dish just large enough to hold halves side by side until beginning to soften (a paring knife should easily slip in only about 1/4"), 15-18 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring chile, maple syrup, butter, and vinegar to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium-high, stirring occasionally and removing chile as soon as desired heat level is reached (set aside for serving), until just thick enough to coat spoon, 6-8 minutes. Reduce heat to very low and keep glaze warm.
- Transfer squash to a cutting board and let cool slightly. Using a sharp knife, score rounded sides of squash halves crosswise, going as deep as possible but without cutting all the way through. Return squash to baking dish, scored sides up, and tuck bay leaves between a few of the slices; season with salt and pepper.
- Roast squash, basting with glaze every 10 minutes or so and using pastry brush to lift off any glaze in dish that is browning too much, until tender and glaze forms a rich brown coating, 45-60 minutes. Serve topped with reserved chiles.
- Do Ahead
- Squash can be roasted 4 hours ahead. Let cool until just warm; cover and store at room temperature. Reheat before serving.
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Neelan Moodley
neelan-m@yahoo.comThis dish is perfect for a fall dinner.
Manish Baral
baral-manish77@hotmail.comI'm always looking for new ways to cook butternut squash. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.
Mpho
mpho49@aol.comThis recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Hassan Gaming
hassan@hotmail.comThe bay leaves add a subtle flavor to the dish.
Evian Alcequiez
e33@gmail.comThis dish is so easy to make, but it looks like it took a lot of effort.
Favy Chidimma
chidimmafavy@aol.comI'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but this recipe was delicious!
Fatma
fatma49@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash.
Daisy Madonsela
d-m@gmail.comI love the crispy edges of the squash. It adds a nice texture to the dish.
Mieszko Fortuin
fortuinm0@yahoo.comThis dish is perfect for a fall dinner. The warm spices and roasted squash are so comforting.
Annieliyy
annieliyy6@hotmail.comI'm always looking for new ways to cook butternut squash. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.
Mrs Heelshire
heelshire.m@hotmail.comThis recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet and savory flavor of the squash.
Nqobile Zuma
zuma_n42@yahoo.comI love the way the bay leaves add a subtle flavor to the dish. It's not overpowering, but it definitely makes a difference.
Evelyn Amiedewe
a-e97@gmail.comThis dish is so easy to make, but it looks like it took a lot of effort. It's perfect for a special occasion dinner.
REHAN GHAFOOR
ghafoorr@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors is amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sun Tamang25
tamang25.sun@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. I had some leftover from making soup and I didn't know what to do with it. This recipe was the perfect solution!
Asanele Bangani
b.asanele@hotmail.comI made this dish for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'm definitely going to make it again for Christmas.
Laquita Watts
laquita.watts@hotmail.comThis dish is so visually appealing! I love the way the squash looks when it's sliced and roasted. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Gamer Helping
g.h12@gmail.comI've never made Hasselback butternut squash before, but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the dish turned out beautifully. I will definitely be making this again.
Yvonne Maddock
yvonne_m@gmail.comThis Hasselback butternut squash recipe is a must-try! The bay leaves add a wonderful aroma and flavor to the dish. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I served it as a side dish with roasted chicken and everyone loved it.