Winter Squash With Spiced Butter Recipe

Name: Winter Squash With Spiced Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature; 1 tablespoon crushed dried rose petals (optional); 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; Kosher salt; 4 pounds assorted small winter squash (such as acorn, kabocha, or delicata); Kosher salt; 3/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 tablespoon crushed dried rose petals (optional)
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt
4 pounds assorted small winter squash (such as acorn, kabocha, or delicata)
Kosher salt
3/4 cup pomegranate seeds

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["Mix all ingredients except salt in a small bowl until lime juice is incorporated. Season with salt. Cover; keep in a cool place. DO AHEAD:", "Trim ends of acorn and kabocha squash and cut in half through the stem end. Scrape out seeds and place squash cut side down on a cutting board (do not peel). Cut halves crosswise into 1/2"" slices. If using delicata squash, cut crosswise into 1/2"" rings; scrape out seeds.", "Fill a large wide pot with water to a depth of 1/2"" and add a pinch of salt; bring to a boil. Add squash slices; reduce heat to mediumlow. Cover and steam, adding more water as needed to maintain 1/2"" of water at bottom of pot, until squash is tender but not falling apart, 20-25 minutes.", "Carefully transfer squash slices to a large platter (some squash at bottom of pot may be too soft; save for another purpose4) and season with salt.", "Reduce water in pot over high heat (or add hot water) to measure 3/4 cup. Remove from heat and whisk in spiced butter, 1 tablespoonful at a time, to form a rich, glossy sauce. Season to taste with salt. Drizzle spiced butter over squash. Top with pomegranate seeds."]

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, 1 tablespoon crushed dried rose petals (optional), 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, and more.

Yes, Winter Squash With Spiced Butter falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Winter Squash With Spiced Butter

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