What goes well with butternut squash
Butternut squash has a sweet and nutty flavour that pairs well with a variety of ingredients. Some popular ingredients that go well with butternut squash include:
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Sage: The earthy and slightly minty flavour of sage complements the sweetness of butternut squash.
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Garlic: The pungent and slightly sweet flavour of garlic complements the sweetness of butternut squash.
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Nutmeg: The warm and slightly sweet flavour of nutmeg complements the sweetness of butternut squash.
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Maple syrup: The sweetness of maple syrup pairs well with the nutty flavour of butternut squash.
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Parmesan cheese: The nuttiness and saltiness of Parmesan cheese pairs well with the nutty flavour of butternut squash.
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Pecans or walnuts: The nuttiness of pecans or walnuts pairs well with the nutty flavour of butternut squash.
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Apples: The sweetness and acidity of apples pairs well with the nutty flavour of butternut squash.
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Rosemary: The piney and slightly lemony flavour of rosemary complements the sweetness of butternut squash.
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Lentils: The earthy flavour of lentils pairs well with the sweetness of butternut squash.
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Cumin: The earthy and slightly spicy flavour of cumin complements the sweetness of butternut squash.
These are some ingredients that you can use to make a salad, gratin, roasted, sautéed, or pureed dishes. Feel free to experiment and discover the combinations that you like the most.
When they're in season you can buy butternut squash online with Fresh Farm Deliveries. We deliver to Halifax, Todmorden, Littleborough, Hebden Bridge, Haworth and surrounding areas (BD13-23, HX and OL14-15 postcodes).