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Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

A rich and aromatic roasted butternut squash side dish featuring maple bourbon glaze, fresh sage, and crunchy toasted pecans—perfect for fall lunches.

Best Pairing Answer

The best bourbon pairing for Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans is Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year. Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

The Recipe

Ingredients & Instructions

Everything you need to make this dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed (about 4 cups)
  • 3 tablespoons bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup pecans, toasted and roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together bourbon, maple syrup, olive oil, chopped sage, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add the cubed butternut squash to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly.
  4. Spread the glazed squash cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Roast for 35-40 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the squash is tender and lightly caramelized.
  6. Remove from oven and transfer to a serving dish.
  7. Sprinkle toasted pecans over the top and gently toss before serving to combine textures and flavors.
  8. Serve warm as a hearty fall side perfect for lunch gatherings.

Top Matches

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

Ranked bourbon recommendations for this recipe.

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Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year

Wheated Bourbon 53.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon 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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87%

George T. Stagg Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 62.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon 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 87%
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86%

Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond

Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon 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 86%
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86%

Knob Creek Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 60.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon 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 86%
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86%

Knob Creek Standard

Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon 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 86%
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86%

Wild Turkey 101

Bourbon 50.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Wild Turkey 101 complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Spice, Caramel, Oak Vanilla, Orange Peel, Nutty
Pairing Score 86%
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86%

Wild Turkey Rare Breed

Barrel Proof Bourbon 58.40% ABV For Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Wild Turkey Rare Breed complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Spice, Vanilla, Caramel Roasted Nuts, Orange Peel, Oak
Pairing Score 86%
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85%

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Oak, Caramel, Dark Chocolate Clove, Cherry, Leather
Pairing Score 85%
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85%

Henry McKenna Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Henry McKenna Single Barrel complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Honey, Oak Baking Spice, Orange, Leather
Pairing Score 85%
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85%

Old Forester 1920

Bourbon 57.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Old Forester 1920 complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Dark Caramel, Cocoa, Oak Cherry, Baking Spice, Coffee
Pairing Score 85%
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85%

Stagg Jr. Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Stagg Jr. Standard complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Caramel Cocoa, Leather, Clove
Pairing Score 85%
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84%

Angel’s Envy Rye

Barrel Finished Rye 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Toasted Pecans

Angel’s Envy Rye complements this vegetarian dish and its roasting profile.

Caramel, Oak, Spice Molasses, Tropical Fruit, Vanilla
Pairing Score 84%