Butternut squash is an essential vegetable in the fall and winter! Learn how to cook butternut squash and use it in a variety of ways.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time40 minutesmins
Servings: 4
Ingredients
1butternut squash
1tablespoonolive oil
Salt and pepperoptional
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F.
For roasted mashed butternut squash
To roast halves, slice vertically into two pieces. Scoop out seeds and discard. Rub olive oil or water onto cut edges and place cut-side down onto a rimmed baking sheet.
Roast for 45-60 minutes, until soft. Flip over and let cool until easily handled, then scoop out flesh and mash or puree.
For roasted butternut squash cubes
Peel squash and cut neck from bulbous end. Halve both ends, scoop out seeds and discard. Cut squash into 1-inch cubes.
Toss with olive oil and salt and pepper. Spread in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 30-45 minutes, until tender and edges are lightly caramelized.