Gourmet Roasted Honeynut Squash

Gourmet Roasted Honeynut Squash

45 mins
easy
4 servings

A delicious and healthy side dish, perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal. Roasted honeynut squash with a touch of spice and sweetness.

FallSide DishVegetarian

Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 2.00 mediumHoneynut Squash(Halved lengthwise and seeded)
  • 4.00 teaspoonsButter(For roasting)
  • 0.25 teaspoonSalt(To taste)
  • 0.25 teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)
  • 0.25 teaspoonCinnamon(For warmth)
  • 4.00 teaspoonsMaple Syrup(Optional, for extra sweetness)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Prepare the squash by halving it lengthwise and removing the seeds.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Place the squash halves cut-side up on a large baking sheet.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Add 1 teaspoon of butter to each squash cavity.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

5

Sprinkle generously with salt, pepper, and cinnamon.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

7

Drizzle with maple syrup, if desired, during the last 5 minutes of roasting.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

8

Let cool slightly before serving.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite main course.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

10

Enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes