What is the best way to cook butternut squash?
I love it roasted. If it is a small one split into 1/4’s lenghtways and deseed. If it is larger cut off the bulbous bit, and dig out the seeds and roast for about 10 minutes whilst you prepare the stuffing. Quarter the other bit and roast another time. BASIC BREAD STUFFING 3 tbsp. onions, chopped 3/4 c. celery, chopped 6 tbsp. butter, melted 4 c. day old bread crumbs 1 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1 tsp. thyme or sage 2 tbsp. water or milk (optional) Cook celery and onions in melted butter for about 10 minutes or until tender. Add the celery and onions and seasonings to the bread crumbs and mix thoroughly. If dressing seems very dry, add 2 tablespoons water, milk or fish stock to moisten. http://www.cooks.com/rec/search?
Slice off stalk end. Don’t peel. Cut in half and scoop out seeds. Cut each half into approx 4 long wedges. Put the wedges skin side down on a greased baking tray. Rub olive oil, crushed garlic and dried or fresh (chopped) sage all over and season well. Bake in 400F/ 200C oven for 30 to 40 minutes. This is also delicious done on the barbecue. To speed up bbq version, microwave the wedges for 4 or 5 minutes first, then grill with your meat as usual. It is a very versatile veg though and can be cooked in many ways. Can be used to replace pumpkin in recipes. I buy at least one a week! My other favourite way is peeled, diced, boiled, well-drained and mashed up with fromage frais, spring onions and seasoning. Goes great with lamb.
