A delightful blend of roasted butternut squash and creamy feta cheese, drizzled with a warm maple sage glaze, perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Butternut Squash & Feta Towers with Maple Sage Glaze
Description
A delightful blend of roasted butternut squash and creamy feta cheese, drizzled with a warm maple sage glaze, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1large butternut squash, peeled and sliced into1/2-inch rounds
- 1 tbspolive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cupmaple syrup
- 1 tbspfresh sage, finely chopped
- 1 tbspbutter
- 1/2 cupcrumbled feta cheese
- Fresh sage leaves for garnish (optional)
- Chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch (optional)
- Drizzle of balsamic reduction for an extra layer of flavor (optional)
- Substitute goat cheese for a tangy twist (optional)
Instructions
- Peel the butternut squash and slice it into 1/2-inch rounds.
- Prepare the feta filling by crumbling the feta cheese and mixing it with a splash of olive oil if desired.
- Assemble the towers by layering the butternut squash rounds and crumbled feta.
- Prepare the maple sage glaze by melting butter and mixing in maple syrup and chopped sage.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the assembled towers for 20-25 minutes.
- Drizzle the warm maple sage glaze over the towers before serving.
Notes
Choose a heavy butternut squash with smooth skin for the best flavor.
Keep an eye on the baking time to avoid overcooking.
Make the butternut squash rounds and glaze a day in advance for easier assembly.
Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 4g
