Sunday, November 23, 2014

Roasted Butternut Squash

Butternut squash is a fall favorite! I had not cooked it prior to receiving it in our CSA basket a couple of years ago. I have tried it several different ways, but I will share with you my favorite so far. To boot, this recipe is super, super easy to make. I like to serve it as a side to a meat (usually chicken or pork). This recipe has a hint of sweetness so its balanced nicely by another vegetable or salad. I hope you enjoy it!

It would make a perfect side to compliment your turkey on Thanksgiving!

Not many ingredients are required
Peeled and chopped squash with the butter and brown sugar mixture
Ready to be roasted
Delicious!

Roasted Butternut 

Squash

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash (2-3 pounds)
3-4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/8 cup light brown sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees

2. Peel the squash and cut in half lengthwise. Remove and discard the seeds. Cut the squash into 1 - 1 1/2 " cubes and place them in a bowl.

3. Mix together the melted butter and brown sugar. Pour over the cubed squash. Add the salt and pepper and toss the squash to coat.

4. Spread out the squash in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 45 - 55 minutes until the squash is tender and the glaze begins to caramelize. Be sure to turn/stir the squash while its roasting to be sure it browns evenly.

5. Once roasted, taste a piece, and add more S + P as needed. Serve immediately and enjoy!







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