DELICATA SQUASH WITH SHALLOTS AND SHERRY

DELICATA SQUASH WITH SHALLOTS AND SHERRY image

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 delicata squash-one large
2 T. olive oil
1/4 C. sherry
1 T. butter
1 C. thinly sliced shallots (2-3 large)
4 t. finely chopped fresh sage

Steps:

Oven 350. Peel squash leaving skin in crevices. Trim the ends. Cut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Slice the halves crosswise 1/2 inch thick. Heat 1 T. oil over medium high heat. Add half of squash in single layer and cook without moving until they begin to brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to 9 by 13 dish. Repeat with remaining squash. Sprinkle with 2 T. sherry, 1/2 t. salt, and pepper. Heat 1 T. oil and butter in skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and pinch of salt and cook, stirring frequently until brown 3-5 minutes. Take pan off heat and add 2 T. sherry and sage, scraping browned bits of pan. Scatter shallots over squash. Cover pan with foil. Bake until squash is tender 25-30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.