Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

butternut squash

halved and seeded

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 tsp

olive oil

2 tsp

garlic

minced

1 tsp

ground nutmeg

2.25 cup

shiitake mushrooms

stemmed and sliced

2 cup

cremini mushrooms

halved

2 cup

king trumpet mushrooms

sliced

2 cup

oyster mushrooms

torn

3 tbsp

olive oil

2 tsp

fresh sage

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 450F.

Step 2
~3 min

Halve and seed the butternut squash.

Step 3
~3 min

Place squash halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.

Step 4
~3 min

Brush squash with 1 tsp of olive oil.

Step 5
~3 min

Place 1 tsp of minced garlic in the cavity of each squash half.

Step 6
~3 min

Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, or until squash is soft when pressed.

Step 7
~3 min

Scoop squash out of the skin into a bowl.

Step 8
~3 min

Mash the squash with a fork.

Step 9
~3 min

Mash in remaining 1 Tbs of olive oil and nutmeg.

Step 10
~3 min

Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

Step 11
~3 min

Keep warm.

Step 12
~3 min

Position one oven rack in the top one-third of oven; position second rack in the bottom third of oven.

Step 13
~3 min

Coat two baking sheets with cooking spray.

Step 14
~3 min

Place shiitake and cremini mushrooms on one baking sheet.

Step 15
~3 min

Place trumpet and oyster mushrooms on a second baking sheet.

Step 16
~3 min

Drizzle each baking sheet with 1 1/2 Tbs of olive oil.

Step 17
~3 min

Toss to coat mushrooms.

Step 18
~3 min

Roast mushrooms for 15 minutes.

Step 19
~3 min

Sprinkle each batch of mushrooms with 1 tsp of sage.

Step 20
~3 min

Switch baking sheets from top to bottom racks.

Step 21
~3 min

Continue roasting for 5 minutes more, then remove baking sheet with shiitake and cremini mushrooms from the oven.

Step 22
~3 min

Roast trumpet and oyster mushrooms for 5 minutes more.

Step 23
~3 min

Divide Butternut Puree among four serving plates.

Step 24
~3 min

Top with Roasted Mushrooms and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the mushrooms until slightly browned for best flavor.

Adjust nutmeg and sage to taste.

Serve immediately for optimal texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Butternut puree can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish or a light main course.

Garnish with extra fresh sage leaves.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Quinoa Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Fall harvest dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Autumn celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Holiday Meal
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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