Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1 inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 4 ounces pancetta, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 12 fresh sage leaves, chopped
Recipe Description
Are you looking for the right side dish to serve with your Christmas dinner? This maple butternut squash has a kick of cayenne and is paired with the crunch of toasted pecans and salty pancetta. This side dish pairs perfectly with honey baked ham, roasted turkey or tenderloin beef. Butternut squash is in season and cooks up quickly making this the perfect vegetable side for your holiday dinner.
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