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Irresistible Hasselback Butternut Squash Recipe with Herb Butter

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Tender slices of caramelized butternut squash infused with herb butter and garlic, perfect for holidays or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium-sized butternut squash (about 2 lbs)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel the butternut squash using a vegetable peeler. Cut off the bulbous end and remove seeds, leaving the long neck.
  3. Place wooden spoon handles or chopsticks along the sides of the squash to prevent slicing all the way through. Slice thin, even cuts across the squash, about 1/8 inch apart.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, chopped herbs, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix in honey or maple syrup if using.
  5. Brush the herb butter generously over the squash, ensuring it gets into every slice.
  6. Place the squash on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Roast for 45-60 minutes, occasionally basting with leftover herb butter, until tender and caramelized.
  7. If using chopped nuts, sprinkle them over the squash during the last 10 minutes of baking.
  8. Allow the squash to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Slice carefully and enjoy!

Notes

[‘Thin, even slices are key to achieving the signature Hasselback look.’, ‘Use room-temperature butter for easier mixing and spreading.’, ‘Baste the squash with herb butter throughout roasting for maximum flavor.’, ‘Cover the squash with foil if it starts to brown too quickly.’, ‘Customize the flavor with different herbs or toppings like Parmesan cheese.’]

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Keywords: butternut squash, hasselback, herb butter, holiday side dish, fall recipe, vegetarian, gluten-free

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