Description
A delightful dish that elevates the natural sweetness of butternut squash, creating a comforting and satisfying meal filled with warm aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and cube the butternut squash into 1-inch pieces.
- Toss the cubed squash with olive oil, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon.
- Spread the seasoned squash evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until golden and tender.
- Serve warm as a comforting side dish or main dish.
Notes
For a hint of spice, add a pinch of nutmeg. Substitute maple syrup for brown sugar for richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg