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Butternut Squash Tarte Tatin

Deeply caramelized halfmoons of squash layered in a pinwheel pattern over pastry on a glass plate on denim surface.
Photo by Michael Graydon & Nikole Herriott, Prop Styling by Kalen Kaminski, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich

Hold the apples, sub in squash for a delightfully earthy-sweet tarte tatin. Precooking the squash seasons and softens it, but don’t let it get dry or brown. The moisture it retains ensures it will be tender after baking and helps keep the caramel saucy.

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