Hot Honey Hasselback Squash
- Prep Time
1 1/2 hours - Difficulty
Medium - Servings
6
Ingredients
- 1 Butternut squash, halved lengthwise, peeled and seeds removed
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup Mike’s Hot Honey
- 2 tbsp malt vinegar
- 14 fresh sage leaves
- ½ cup almonds, toasted and chopped
- Sea salt and cracked black pepper
Instructions
1. The Setup:
- Heat oven to 425°F
- Line your baking tray
- Get those chopsticks ready
2. The Slice:
- Place chopsticks alongside squash
- Make those careful cuts
- Think accordion style!
3. The Roast:
- Drizzle with oil
- Cover with foil
- 1 hour of patience
- 20 minutes more for gold
4. The Glaze:
- Honey + vinegar + sage
- Boil till perfect
- Tuck sage into slices
- Final 5-10 minute roast
Pro Tips
- Sharp knife is your friend
- Room temp honey flows better
- Don't skip the chopsticks
- Toast those almonds - worth it!
Perfect Partners
Serve alongside:
- Hot Honey Glazed Ham
- Holiday turkey
- Roasted chicken
- Festive gatherings
Make It Your Own
- Switch up the nuts
- Add garlic
- Try different herbs
- Double that glaze
- Remember: Great cooking is about having fun and not being afraid to try something new.
Pro Tip: Make extra glaze - you'll want to put it on everything!
Now go create some squash magic. Your holiday table is waiting.
