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Butternut Squash Puree

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Inspired by Alice Waters' technique of braising fennel in olive oil over aggressive heat, I cook butternut squash cubes the same way, piling them in a pan, drenching them in oil, and cooking them covered until very tender. As the squash fries, it also steams, concentrating the flavor and cooking off the liquid. There's something about cooking the squash in the oil that makes ... more 

Photo by: Sarah Shatz

Butternut Squash Puree

Get the recipe on Food52.

Inspired by Alice Waters' technique of braising fennel in olive oil over aggressive heat, I cook butternut squash cubes the same way, piling them in a pan, drenching them in oil, and cooking them covered until very tender. As the squash fries, it also steams, concentrating the flavor and cooking off the liquid. There's something about cooking the squash in the oil that makes the puree so much silkier. - Amanda
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