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Brown Sugar Roasted Butternut Squash

A simple and delightful dish featuring roasted butternut squash with brown sugar and spices, perfect for winter evenings and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste To season
Optional Garnish
  • chopped pecans For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel the butternut squash with a vegetable peeler, cut it in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed butternut squash, brown sugar, olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Toss until well-coated.
  4. Spread the coated squash evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
  1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  2. Check for tenderness and golden brown color. Once cooked, remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  3. If desired, sprinkle some chopped pecans on top before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave as needed. For freezing, separate pieces before freezing to maintain texture.