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Brown Sugar Braised Squash with Candied Seeds

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Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 winter squash cut into 1.5 in slices, seeds reserved
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter separated in half
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 green cardamom pods optional
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, yogurt, or ice cream

Instructions

Candied Seeds

  • In a dry skillet over medium heat, add squash seeds and toast for 2-3 minutes until they just begin to turn golden.
  • Add granulated sugar and cook 1-2 minutes more until sugar forms an amber caramel coating each seed. Immediately remove from heat and spread out on a plate to cool.

Braised Squash

  • In a large, clean skillet heat 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the squash in a single layer. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the squash is browned on one side. Flip and cook for 3-4 minutes more until second side is also browned.
  • Add 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/3 cup water, 1 cinnamon stick, and 3 green cardamom pods (if using). Cover and cook on low heat for 10 minutes. The squash is cooked once it gives easily when pierced with a knife.
  • Discard spices and transfer squash pieces to a plate. Add 1/2 tsp kosher salt and remaining 2 tbsp butter to the liquid in the pan. Stir well to emulsify the butter until a thick, glossy sauce forms.
  • Serve slices of squash with caramel sauce, candied seeds, and a dollop of sour cream, yogurt, or ice cream.