Introduction
Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our Butternut Squash Tart, featuring the warm embrace of roasted butternut squash and an irresistible crunch from fried sage. This recipe combines rustic simplicity with modern gastronomy to deliver a taste sensation that’s as comforting as it is elegant.
Tips for this recipe
- Ensure the puff pastry is completely thawed before beginning, for even cooking and texture.
- For optimal flavor infusion, season your squash generously with kosher salt.
- To achieve a golden-brown honey crust, watch the tart closely during baking.
Why you will love this recipe
This Butternut Squash Tart is not only a celebration of fall’s harvest but also an ode to the art of pastry making. The contrasting flavors and textures, from the flaky pastry to the spicy-sweet glaze, promise to be a highlight on your holiday table. It’s a recipe that offers warmth in every bite, perfect for sharing with loved ones or savoring alone.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 large egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water
- 12 1/8″-thick rounds peeled butternut squash
- Kosher salt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 thinly sliced Fresno, jalapeño, or red Thai chile
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 fresh sage leaves
- 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan
- Black pepper
Adviced equipment
- KitchenAid Stand Mixer with Palette Knife Attachment
- Nonstick Skillet (Dutch Oven)
- Food Processor with Slicing Blade
- 9-inch Glass/Pyrex Pie Dish
- Nonstick Silicone Baking Sheet
- Digital Scale for Measuring Ingredients
- Mandoline Slicer (for slicing squash)
- High-Sided Serving Dish
- Frying Pan Set with Cast Iron Option
- Kitchen Tongs
- Rolling Pin
History of the recipe
The Butternut Squash Tart has roots deeply embedded in the rich tapestry of culinary tradition. This fusion of classic pastry techniques with autumnal produce reflects a long-standing love affair between humankind and butternut squash, revered for its nutritional value and versatile flavor profile since time immemorial.
Fun facts about this recipe
Did you know that the use of honey in pastries isn’t just a sweet addition, but also adds moisture and contributes to an appealing golden-brown finish? Moreover, sage has been used as both a culinary herb and for its supposed health benefits since ancient times. Its role in this tart is not only gastronomic delight but also nods to centuries of tradition.
