Maple Syrup glazed Hasselback Butternut Squash with Saffron and Butter
An absolutely delicious recipe, perfect as a main and side dish for you and your family to enjoy!
- 1 butternut squash (medium/large)
- 100 g unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground saffron
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First, start by peeling your butternut squash and cutting into half length ways. Scoop out the seeds and put aside. Preheat your oven to 200 degrees.
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Put 2 skewers on either side of each half and slice it down hasselback style. Melt your butter to prepare for the mixture.
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Mix together the melted butter, cinnamon powder, cardamom powder and pinch of Saffron to make your mixture. Brush the mixture on top of the butternut squash and into the ridges as much as possible.
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Put into your preheated oven for 15 minutes initially, then take it out and brush again with the same mixture. Put it back into the oven for another 15 minutes.
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I did this 3 times in total, until the mixture was used up. It took about an hour in total but it depends on the size of your butternut squash, you'll know when your squash is ready when it is a lightly golden golden colour, not brown.
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Serve up and enjoy this surprisingly delicious healthy dessert!
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