Roasted butternut, tarragon cream & crispy pancetta

Butternut grillé, crème à l’estragon et pancetta

Discover this recipe by Margaux de Biolley: a generous dish combining the sweetness of roasted butternut squash, the crunch of pancetta, and the freshness of a light yogurt and tarragon cream. A colorful, balanced, and comforting plate, ideal for an autumn table full of delicacy.

Serve it warm, with a bit of arugula and toasted pine nuts for a crunchy, aromatic touch. This recipe pairs beautifully with OSAN Verbena - Turmeric.

Ingredients:

Ingredients (serves 4)

  • 900g butternut squash
  • 220g Greek yogurt
  • Fresh tarragon
  • Sweet paprika powder
  • 200g pancetta
  • Arugula
  • A handful of pine nuts
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Preparation:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan setting).
  2. Peel and slice the butternut into pieces about 1 cm thick. In a bowl, mix olive oil with 2 tbsp sweet paprika, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Brush the butternut slices with the marinade and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for 20–25 minutes.
  3. On a second baking sheet, arrange the pancetta slices. Bake for about 12 minutes until crispy.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: blend the yogurt with a handful of tarragon, a drizzle of olive oil, and 1 tsp sweet paprika. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan for a few minutes.
  6. Serve the warm butternut with the tarragon cream, crispy pancetta, pine nuts, and a few arugula leaves. Finish with freshly ground pepper and a drizzle of olive oil.

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