"Traditional Thanksgiving flavors (squash, cinnamon, butter) are given a beautiful Persian accent. The exotic spiced butter is also a treat mixed into couscous...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 tablespoon crushed dried rose petals (optional)
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1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
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1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
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1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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Kosher salt
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4 pounds assorted small winter squash (such as acorn, kabocha, or delicata)
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Kosher salt
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3/4 cup pomegranate seeds
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Ingredient info: Dried rose petals are available at Middle Eastern markets and kalustyans.com.