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Roasted Butternut Squash & Whipped Goat Cheese Tartine

Roasted Butternut Squash & Whipped Goat Cheese Tartine

Published September 25, 2026

Crisp toasted bread topped with creamy whipped goat cheese and warm roasted butternut squash, finished with sage and a drizzle of aged balsamic.

For a nuttier flavor, toss squash with a pinch of ground cumin or smoked paprika before roasting. Balsamic reduction (simmered to syrupy consistency) intensifies the sweet-tart finish; use in place of regular balsamic if desired.

If fresh sage is unavailable, substitute 1 tsp dried sage mixed into the roasted squash, or use crispy sage oil drizzled on top. Roast squash ahead: prepare cubes and roast up to 2 days in advance; store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes before assembly.

Cook time
50 min
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Ingredients

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  • 1 medium (about 2 lb) butternut squash
  • 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
  • kosher salt (to taste)
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 8 oz goat cheese
  • 3 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 slices bread
  • 8 leaves fresh sage leaves
  • 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
  • fleur de sel or finishing salt (for garnish)

Instructions

Roast the butternut squash
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Toss 2 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash (1 medium (about 2 lb)) with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and 2 sprigs fresh thyme (2 sprigs) on a sheet pan.
Spread in a single layer and roast until golden and tender, 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Remove from oven and discard thyme sprigs.
Equipment: sheet pan, toaster or toaster oven
Whip the goat cheese
In a small bowl, combine 8 oz room-temperature goat cheese and heavy cream (3 tablespoon).
Whisk or beat with a mixer until light, fluffy, and spreadable, about 2–3 minutes.
Fold in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (1 tbsp) and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Equipment: small bowl, stand mixer or hand mixer
Toast the bread
Toast 4 slices thick-cut bread in a toaster or toaster oven until golden and crisp, 2–3 minutes.
Equipment: toaster or toaster oven
Assemble the tartines
Spread 2–3 tbsp whipped goat cheese evenly on each toasted bread slice.
Top each tartine with a generous portion of warm roasted squash.
Drizzle each tartine with aged balsamic vinegar (½ tablespoon) and the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil.
Garnish with fresh sage leaves and a pinch of fleur de sel if desired.

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