Mashed butternut squash with chestnuts

Cooked in Quebec, our butternut squash purée with chestnuts is sure to delight everyone at the dinner table. This dish combines elements of the Old World and the New. Indeed, butternut squash is a mainstay in Quebec cooking, while chestnuts come from the French culinary tradition (most notably, during the holidays). This latter ingredient brings subtle aromas of sugar and vanilla, creating a wonderfully choreographed dance of sweet and savoury. Explore unique flavour combinations by pairing mashed butternut squash with poultry, confit, game, fish, and cheese. You’re in for a treat!