Cozy Fall Recipe: Butternut Squash with Sage Pesto

Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage Pesto

Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m excited to share with you a recipe that’s perfect for cozy fall evenings: Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage Pesto. The combination of tender roasted squash with a flavorful pesto made from fresh sage leaves is truly a match made in culinary heaven.

To start, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup fresh sage leaves
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Gather your kitchen tools:

• baking sheet
• food processor
• knife
• cutting board

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the diced butternut squash on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper, then toss to coat evenly. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly caramelized.

While the squash is roasting, prepare the sage pesto. In a food processor, combine the fresh sage leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and olive oil. Pulse until a smooth pesto forms, adding more oil if needed to reach your desired consistency.

Once the butternut squash is done roasting, transfer it to a serving dish and drizzle with the freshly prepared sage pesto. Gently toss to coat the squash evenly with the pesto, ensuring every piece is well coated.

This dish weighs approximately 1200 grams once cooked and serves 4 people. Each serving is around 300 grams, with an estimated calorie count of 250 per portion.

A clever tip for extra flavor is to toast the pine nuts before adding them to the pesto. This will bring out their nutty aroma and add a delicious depth to the dish.

I hope you give this Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage Pesto a try and enjoy it as much as I do! Feel free to get creative and make it your own by adding in your favorite seasonal herbs or toppings. Happy cooking!