Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOBO' Italian Table & BarButternut Squash & Leek Recipe

Butternut Squash & Leek Recipe

Time45m
Serves8

(half pan)

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Liquids

Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Peel the butternut squash, remove the seeds, and cut into 1-inch cubes. Clean the leeks by slicing them in half lengthwise and rinsing under cold water to remove any dirt. Slice the leeks into thin half-moons.

  2. 2

    Mince the Garlic

    Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Leeks and Garlic

    In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  2. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the cubed butternut squash to the skillet, along with the vegetable broth, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

  3. 5

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Allow it to cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender, stirring occasionally.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot as a side dish or over grains for a complete meal.

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