Craving a creamy, flavorful sauce that's both healthy and versatile? Look no further than roasted butternut squash sauce! This luscious sauce is bursting with rich, nutty flavor and has a velvety smooth texture. It's the perfect addition to pasta, roasted vegetables, or even as a spread on sandwiches. And the best part? It's incredibly easy to make and can be ready in under an hour. Plus, with only 2 Weight Watcher Points Plus per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence you can enjoy without breaking your diet. In this article, we'll provide you with two delectable recipes for roasted butternut squash sauce: a classic version and a spicy variation with a kick. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and transform your meals with this creamy, flavorful sauce!
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SAUCE, 2 WEIGHT WATCHER POINTS PLUS
This recipe takes squash out of the pasta filling and turns it into a delicious, healthy, low-fat sauce.
Provided by Bolistoli
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Peel and seed the squash; cut into 1 inch chunks.
- Toss the squash in the olive oil and transfer to a shallow roasting pan.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add sweet onion wedges and unpeeled garlic cloves to squash.
- Roast vegetables in the oven until tender (about 40 minutes).
- While vegetables are roasting, saute sage leaves in small amount of olive oil or butter (1 or 2 teaspoons), until crisp. Reserve.
- Transfer the roasted vegetables to a food processor and puree.
- Add chopped sage, nutmeg, cottage cheese, and chicken broth to food processor and blend.
- Add more broth or water, if necessary to thin sauce.
- Pour contents of food processor into a saucepan and heat through. Do not let sauce boil.
- Adjust seasoning to taste (salt, pepper, nutmeg).
- Add sauce to cooked pasta and garnish with crispy sage leaves.
- Serve with parmesan cheese, if desired.
SIMPLE ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
Butternut squash is so good on its own, that barely any seasoning is needed. This recipe is so simple and easy.
Provided by MChele
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Toss butternut squash with olive oil and garlic in a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Arrange coated squash on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven until squash is tender and lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 10.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right butternut squash: Look for a squash that is firm and has a deep orange color. Avoid squash that has any soft spots or blemishes.
- Roast the butternut squash properly: Roasting the butternut squash brings out its natural sweetness and flavor. To roast the squash, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast the squash for 30-40 minutes, or until it is tender and slightly browned.
- Use a high-quality vegetable broth: The vegetable broth is a key ingredient in the sauce, so it's important to use a good quality broth. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
- Don't overcook the sauce: The sauce should be cooked just until it is heated through. Overcooking the sauce will make it lose its flavor and become watery.
- Serve the sauce immediately: The sauce is best served immediately after it is made. You can store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but it is best to reheat it before serving.
Conclusion:
Roasted butternut squash sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a great way to add flavor and nutrition to your meals. The sauce is also very easy to make and can be made in under an hour. So next time you are looking for a new sauce to try, give roasted butternut squash sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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