Sautéed Delicata Squash with Sage

Roasted butternut squash on a plate with a fork.

Sautéed Delicata Squash with Sage

This wonderful sautéed delicata squash is cooked in brown butter and served with crispy fried sage leaves for a delightful fall side dish. A beautiful mixture of sweet and savory flavors, it's an ideal choice for holiday dinners or easy weeknight meals.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 8

Total Time: 18

Servings: servings

Calories: 179kcal

Equipment

Kitchen Knife
Cutting Board
Large Pan
Tongs or Spatula

Ingredients

1 delicata squash
3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
kosher salt to taste
black pepper to taste
6 sage leaves or to taste

Instructions

Slice the sage leaves into strips.
Cut the squash in half lengthwise, cut the ends off, use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, and then cut squash crosswise into half moons that are approximately ¼- to ½-inch thick.
Heat a skillet over medium heat, then add 2 tablespoons of butter and melt.
Add the squash to the pan and sauté for 4 minutes, or until the squash is golden brown with a lightly crisp exterior. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Flip the squash and sauté for an additional 4 minutes, until fully cooked.
Transfer the squash to a plate.
Add 1 additional tablespoon of butter to the pan and reduce to medium-low heat. If the pan seems dry, add a little bit more butter or a little olive oil. Add the chopped sage leaves and fry for about 3-5 minutes, or until crisp.
Taste the squash for seasoning, top with fried sage leaves, and serve.

Notes

General

You can substitute olive oil for butter in this recipe to make it vegan.
If using salted butter, taste the squash before adding salt.

Storage and Reheating

Fridge: Store leftover squash in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
Freezer: You can freeze this squash for several months, but the texture will not be the same when defrosted. I recommend if freezing that you use it in a soup or stew.
Reheating: Reheat squash on the stovetop in a bit of butter until heated through if you'd like to revive its texture. If not, feel free to reheat in a microwave-safe dish at 30-second intervals until heated through.

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