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Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

A beautifully roasted butternut squash glazed with a rich maple bourbon sauce, garnished with crisp sage leaves and toasted pecans, perfect for a fall seasonal lunch.

Best Pairing Answer

The best bourbon pairing for Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans is Eagle Rare Standard. Eagle Rare Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

The Recipe

Ingredients & Instructions

Everything you need to make this dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 10 fresh sage leaves
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on the baking sheet.
  3. Roast the squash for 25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and golden.
  4. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  5. Add the maple syrup and bourbon to the melted butter; simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Add the fresh sage leaves to the saucepan and cook until crispy, then remove them with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  7. Remove the roasted squash from the oven and gently toss with the maple bourbon glaze.
  8. Return the glazed squash to the oven for 5-7 minutes to caramelize.
  9. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with toasted pecans and crispy sage leaves.
  10. Serve warm as a flavorful fall side dish perfect for lunch or dinner.

Top Matches

Best Bourbon Pairings for Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Ranked bourbon recommendations for this recipe.

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Eagle Rare Standard

Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Eagle Rare Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Vanilla, Oak Leather, Orange Zest, Cocoa
Pairing Score 88%
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88%

Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year

Wheated Bourbon 53.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Leather, Dark Fruit, Tobacco
Pairing Score 88%
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88%

Willett Pot Still Reserve

Small Batch Bourbon 47.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Willett Pot Still Reserve complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Vanilla, Caramel, Pear Almond, Floral, Oak
Pairing Score 88%
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85%

Four Roses Small Batch

Small Batch Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Four Roses Small Batch complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Red Fruit, Spice Vanilla, Oak, Herbal
Pairing Score 85%
strong
85%

Jefferson’s Ocean

Barrel Finished Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Jefferson’s Ocean complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Vanilla, Sea Salt Toasted Oak, Citrus, Spice
Pairing Score 85%
strong
84%

Elijah Craig Small Batch

Bourbon 47.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Elijah Craig Small Batch works as a bridge pairing for this vegetarian dish because it shares key flavor cues with the roasting preparation.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Baking Spice, Toasted Nuts, Apple
Pairing Score 84%
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83%

Bulleit Bourbon Standard

Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Bulleit Bourbon Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Spice, Vanilla, Orange Peel Oak, Honey, Nutmeg
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

George T. Stagg Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 62.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

George T. Stagg Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Vanilla Tobacco, Cocoa, Spice
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond

Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Vanilla, Oak Peanut Brittle, Spice, Citrus
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

Jefferson’s Reserve

Small Batch Bourbon 45.10% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Jefferson’s Reserve complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Vanilla, Caramel, Oak Almond, Dried Fruit, Spice
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

Knob Creek Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 60.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Knob Creek Single Barrel complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Toffee, Spice, Peanut
Pairing Score 83%
strong
83%

Knob Creek Standard

Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Knob Creek Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Oak, Vanilla, Caramel Peanut, Maple, Spice
Pairing Score 83%