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    Acorn Squash with Dairy-Free Sweet Sage Butter

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    By Alisa Fleming on November 11, 2011 In The News

    The magical combination of sage and winter squash has such a warm and homey flavor, not unlike the comforting taste of stuffing. Yet, squash is often overlooked around the holidays, making it onto only a small percentage of Thanksgiving tables. I think people feel that baked sweet potatoes fill the “orange vegetable” void, but really, why not slide slightly on the color spectrum and add some tasty yellow-orange squash, too.

    Acorn Squash with Sweet Sage Butter - Vegan, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free

    I use fresh sage in this recipe (easy to find among the fresh herbs at most major grocers if you don’t have your own herb garden), which I find has a gentler taste than concentrated dried sage. My herb-shy husband appreciates this, and thoroughly enjoyed the slightly earthy flavor of this dish.

    Though I typically roast squash for that caramelization effect, I must admit that this oven-baked method worked fabulously. It was almost like a steaming technique that locked in the natural flavor. Also, browning the “butter” on the stovetop added some extra depth to the overall dish …

    Special Diet Notes: Acorn Squash with Dairy-Free Sweet Sage Butter

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, nut-free, peanut-free, gluten-free, and vegetarian. Optionally vegan (sub honey) and soy-free.

    Acorn Squash with Dairy-Free Sweet Sage Butter
     
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    Prep time
    5 mins
    Cook time
    45 mins
    Total time
    50 mins
     
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 4
    Ingredients
    • 1 acorn squash (medium-sized), cut in half lenthwise and seeded
    • 2 tablespoons dairy-free margarine* (I used Earth Balance soy-free)
    • 1 tablespoon honey (agave nectar, brown sugar, or maple syrup should also go nicely)
    • 1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons fresh sage, minced
    Instructions
    1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
    2. Place the prepared squash cut side down on a baking sheet or in a baking dish.
    3. Bake for 45 minutes, or until tender. Keep in mind, if you leave it cut side down after removing it from the oven, it will continue to soften and cook a bit.
    4. While the squash is baking, place the margarine in a small saucepan over medium-low to medium heat. Stir (not constantly, but with regularity) and cook until it just begins to brown, but do not let it burn (this took about 10 minutes for me – You can also see these more detailed instructions for browning butter)
    5. Remove the margarine from the heat and stir in the honey (or other sweetener) and sage. Allow the flavors to sit and meld while your squash cools for a few minutes.
    6. Cut each squash half into quarters (this is how I like to serve it), and evenly spoon the sweet sage butter into the squash sections and serve.
    Notes
    *You could also sub in coconut oil and a generous pinch of salt
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    Sage & Basil PlantMore Acorn Squash Recipes:

    • Maple-Orange Acorn Squash Rings
    • Winter Squash with Apricot Stuffing
    • Gluten-Free Portobello Mushroom-Stuffed Acorn Squash (use olive oil or dairy-free margarine in place of the 1 T of butter)
    • Twice Baked Acorn Squash w/ Beef and Vegetable Filling
    • Apple & Walnut Stuffed Acorn Squash (use olive oil or dairy-free margarine in place of the 1 T of butter)
    • Creamy Breakfast Porridge with Acorn Squash
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    Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.

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