Ingredients for - Hazelnut & sage crushed butternut squash

1. 1 large butternut squash (about 1.2 kg), peeled, deseeded and cut into 3cm chunks
2. 50g butter
3. 1 tbsp finely chopped sage, plus a few whole leaves to serve
4. good grating of nutmeg
5. 50g blanched hazelnuts, roughly chopped

How to cook deliciously - Hazelnut & sage crushed butternut squash

1 . Stage

Tip the squash into a large microwavable bowl with 4 tbsp water and season. Cover with a microwaveable plate or lid and microwave for 12-15 mins or until very tender.

2 . Stage

Meanwhile, tip the butter into a frying pan and melt over a medium heat. Allow to cook for 2-3 mins until golden brown with a biscuity smell. Add the whole sage leaves for the last minute to crisp up. Remove and set aside.

3 . Stage

Crush the cooked squash with a potato masher and stir though most of the brown butter, the chopped sage, the nutmeg and a generous pinch of salt. Drizzle over the remaining butter and scatter with the hazelnuts and crispy whole sage leaves.