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Caramelized Butternut Squash with Feta, Walnuts, and Cranberry-Honey Glaze


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  • Author: Chef Billy

Description

A sweet and savory fall dish featuring tender roasted butternut squash, tangy feta, crunchy walnuts, and a vibrant cranberry-honey glaze.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss butternut squash cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
  2. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until squash is caramelized and tender.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine honey and balsamic vinegar over low heat. Stir in dried cranberries and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Arrange roasted squash on a serving platter. Drizzle with cranberry-honey glaze, then top with crumbled feta, chopped walnuts, and fresh thyme.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.