Description

This maple roasted hasselback butternut is a stunning and flavorful dish featuring tender, caramelized butternut squash glazed with sweet maple syrup. Perfect as a holiday side or elegant vegetarian centerpiece, it’s easy to prepare yet visually impressive.

Ingredients

Butternut squash, peeled and halved lengthwise, seeds removed
Olive oil or melted butter
Maple syrup
Garlic, minced
Fresh thyme or rosemary
Salt
Black pepper

Optional toppings:

Chopped nuts
Crumbled cheese
Chili flakes

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Place squash halves cut-side down and carefully slice thin, even cuts across each half, stopping before cutting all the way through.
Brush with olive oil or melted butter, ensuring it seeps between the slices. Season with salt and pepper.
Roast for 25–30 minutes until slightly softened.
In a small bowl, mix maple syrup, garlic, and herbs.
Remove squash, brush generously with the maple mixture, making sure it gets between the slices.
Return to the oven and roast for another 20–25 minutes, basting مرة halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
Remove from oven, add optional toppings, and serve warm.

Notes

Use chopsticks or wooden spoons as guides to avoid cutting through the squash.Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm, spiced flavor.Best served fresh for optimal texture and presentation.