Hasselback Squash in Butter Sage Sauce
Sunday Feasting with Hasselback Squash in Butter Sage Sauce
Is there anything better than a warm soothing Sunday night feast, carefully cooked and slowly enjoyed? That restorative slower pace type of eating where there's no rush and it's all about the enjoyment of nourishing, delicious food. This recipe fits the bill. Slow and soothing!
Benefits of Butternut Squash
Butternut squash is celebrated for its versatility and sweet flavour. Rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, magnesium, and potassium, this winter squash can be added to many dishes to boost your nutrition. Butternut squash is packed with fibre, a great benefit to your gut health. Due to its high antioxidant activity, butternut squash may help reduce inflammation, support heart health, and play a role in immune function.
Ingredients
✨ 1 butternut squash
✨ 2 tbsp olive oil for brushing
✨ 2 tbsp vegan butter
✨ 1 tbsp olive oil
✨ 1/4 cup sage leaves
✨ 1/2 tsp sea salt
✨ Cracked black pepper
Method
1. Preheat oven to 400F.
2. Slice squash down the middle and scoop out seeds. Peel the squash and brush it with olive oil.
3. Place cut side down on baking sheet and roast for approximately 25-30 minutes until just tender enough for knife to cut through squash.
4. Place chopsticks on either side of squash. Use very sharp knife and slice carefully. The chopsticks will ensure you don’t slice too far down.
5. Place back in oven for 20-30 more minutes until squash is done.
6. In a sauce pan, add vegan butter and olive oil and melt over medium high heat until butter starts to brown.
7. Add in sage leaves until they start to crisp. Drizzle butter sauce over squash once it has been removed from oven and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy!
This recipe is gluten free, dairy free, vegan and filled with nourishing plant powered nutrients!
