Mashed Butternut Squash Recipe Brown Butter Sage Swirl 1760625651.6621788
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Mashed Butternut Squash Recipe Brown Butter Sage Swirl

Mashed Butternut Squash Recipe Brown Butter Sage Swirl 1760625651.6621788

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Mashed Butternut Squash Recipe Brown Butter Sage Swirl 1760625651.6621788

mashed butternut squash recipe Brown Butter Sage Swirl

  • Author: Nicole Martinez
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

This creamy mashed butternut squash recipe features a fragrant, nutty brown butter sage swirl, transforming a simple vegetable into a gourmet-tasting side. It’s a healthy, family-friendly dish that comes together quickly for weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lbs butternut squash, peeled, deseeded, cubed
  • 0.5 cup (113g) unsalted butter
  • 12–15 fresh sage leaves
  • 0.25 cup (60ml) whole milk or heavy cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon (3g) salt, or to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon (1g) freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the Squash: Halve and deseed butternut squash. Roast cut-side down on a sheet pan with water, or steam until fork-tender (25-35 minutes). Flesh should be very soft.
  2. Mash It Up: Scoop flesh into a bowl. Mash until smooth with milk or cream, salt, and pepper. It should be creamy (add 1-2 Tbsp milk if too thick). Do not over-mash.
  3. The Brown Butter Sage Swirl: Melt butter in a small pan over medium heat. Cook until nutty, golden, and fragrant (3-4 minutes). Add fresh sage and cook for 30 seconds until vibrant and aromatic.
  4. Combine & Serve: Spoon mashed butternut squash into a dish. Swirl the aromatic brown butter sage mixture through and serve immediately.

Notes

For ultimate convenience, use pre-cut frozen butternut squash. To soften quickly, microwave whole squash for 10-15 minutes before cutting. Be careful not to over-mash the squash as it can get gluey; stop when smooth. Ensure sage doesn’t get crispy if you prefer it tender.

  • Prep Time: 21 minutes
  • Cook Time: 39 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop, Roasting, Mashing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 0.75 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 230 calories
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 210 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 47 mg

Keywords: creamy, mashed butternut squash, brown butter sage, easy side dish, weeknight meal, healthy, family-friendly, gourmet vegetable, fall recipe

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