Butternut Squash Sauté Recipes

SAUTéED BUTTERNUT SQUASH

Steps:

• ⭐️ Prepare the squash. On the cutting board, carefully cut the ends off the squash. Using the peeler, peel the squash. Cut it in half then scoop out the seeds. Cut into bite-sized squares.
• ⭐️ Sautee the squash. In the large skillet, heat olive oil. Add squash cubes. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until fork tender, stirring often. Season with salt and serve hot.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH SAUTé

Steps:

• In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Stir in onion. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is crisp-tender.
• Stir in squash, thyme and pepper. Cover and cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until squash is tender. Stir in spinach just until wilted.

SAUTEED BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH SHAVED APPLE AND PECANS

Steps:

• Melt the butter and oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sage and fry until crisp, about 2 minutes. Remove the sage to a paper towel-lined plate. Add the squash to the skillet along with the nutmeg and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Saute the squash, stirring occasionally, until browned and almost cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Lower the heat and continue to cook until the squash is soft and cooked through, about 5 minutes more. Remove to a serving dish, top with the shaved apple and sprinkle with the toasted pecans and sage leaves. Serve immediately.

SAUTéED BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH GARLIC, GINGER & SPICES

Steps:

• Melt 3 Tbs. of the butter in a 10-inch straight-sided sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the butternut squash and a large pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally at first and then more frequently as the squash browns, until the squash is tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Push the squash to one side of the pan and add the remaining Tbs. of butter to the clear space. When the butter melts, add the ginger, garlic, and 1/2 tsp. salt. Cook the aromatics in the melted butter, stirring constantly and scraping the bottom of the pan until they are softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir the cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cayenne into the ginger and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir the flavorings into the squash, adjust the salt to taste before serving, and garnish with the cilantro, if using.

CURRIED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SAUTé

Steps:

• In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is crisp-tender.
• Add squash, apples, sugar, curry powder and salt. Cook and stir 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until squash is tender. If desired, garnish with fresh thyme.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH PASTA SAUCE

Steps:

• Combine butternut squash and 2 cups water in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• While squash is cooking, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; stir in onion and garlic. Saute until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in oregano, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper; set skillet aside.
• Release pressure carefully from the pressure cooker using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
• Add squash into the skillet with the onion-garlic mixture. Add remaining 1 cup water and mash until mixture is a smooth liquid.
• Bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until sauce has thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese and adjust seasonings.

FAST SUMMER SQUASH SAUTE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute the squash, onion and garlic in oil and butter for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH SAUTE

Steps:

• Cook bacon in a 12 inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it is crisp.
• Stir in onion and cook about 2 minutes until it is crisp-tender.
• Stir in squash, thyme and pepper.
• Cover and cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until squash is tender.
• Stir in spinach until just wilted.

PRESSURE-COOKER BUTTERNUT RICE PUDDING

Steps:

• Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for low heat; add 2 tablespoons butter. When butter is melted, add walnuts and 2 tablespoons brown sugar. Cook and stir until nuts are coated, 5-7 minutes. Press cancel. Transfer nuts to a bowl; set aside. Wipe inner pot clean., In the same inner pot, add squash, in batches, cut side down. Select saute setting; adjust for medium heat. Cook for 2 minutes. Press cancel. Return all squash to cooker. Add 1 cup water and cranberries. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 7 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. Remove squash. Drain cranberries; discard cooking liquid. Place cranberries in a large bowl., When cool enough to handle, remove flesh from squash; discard skins. Place squash in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Wipe inner pot clean. Add rice and remaining 1-1/4 cups water. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 4 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. Stir rice into cranberries., In the same inner pot, whisk milk, cornstarch and remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Select saute setting; adjust for low heat. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1 cup pureed squash (save remaining for another use), apple and remaining 3/4 cup brown sugar. Stir in rice mixture, vanilla and cinnamon. Cook and stir until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Press cancel. Pudding will continue to thicken upon standing. Serve warm with candied walnuts and if desired, whipped cream and additional ground cinnamon. Refrigerate leftovers.

SWEET & SAVORY BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND WILD RICE SAUTé

Steps:

• Warm oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
• Place green beans and shallots in pan and cook 3 minutes.
• Add garlic, squash and herbs; cook another 2-3 minutes, until beans are crisp but tender.
• Add rice and cook until heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• *NOTE: To roast squash, cut in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Spray cut surface with olive oil, and place cut side up on a baking pan. Place pan on center rack in a preheated 400°F oven and roast 45 minutes, until fork-tender. When squash is cool enough to handle, scoop out flesh and cut into cubes (1/2-1 inch).

SQUASH SAUTE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute the zucchini, squash and onion in oil for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the remaining ingredients; cook 1 minute longer.