Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 pound

butternut squash

cubed

0.25 pound

orzo

2 ounce

Maytag blue cheese

crumbled

0.25 cup

oil

1 bunch

fresh sage leaves

1 pinch

fresh cracked pepper

1 pinch

coarse kosher salt

1 bunch

watercress

1 ounce

roasted pepitas

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Prepare butternut squash: peel and cube if necessary, then rinse and pat dry.

Step 3
~5 min

Drizzle butternut squash with oil, salt, and pepper (or smoked salt).

Step 4
~5 min

Arrange sage leaves on top of squash (reserve some for garnish).

Step 5
~5 min

Bake squash for 30-40 minutes, until golden brown and caramelized.

Step 6
~5 min

Cook orzo according to package directions in salted water, then drain and chill.

Step 7
~5 min

Combine cooked butternut squash, pepitas, and orzo in a bowl.

Step 8
~5 min

Toss with leftover oil from the roasting pan.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 9
~5 min

Add crumbled blue cheese and greens.

Step 10
~5 min

Garnish with chiffonaded fresh sage.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the butternut squash until slightly caramelized for a deeper flavor.

Toast the pepitas for enhanced nuttiness.

Adjust the amount of blue cheese to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or pork.

Pair with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Pork Tenderloin

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Celebrates fall harvest ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Autumn Harvest Festivals

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Holiday
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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