It can be cubed and roasted to eat asa side dishor added toa leafy green salad.
It can also be used as a filling for veggie tacos andenchiladas!
Butternuts slightly nutty, sweet flavor really comes out when the squash is roasted in the oven.
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Here are three ways you’re able to cook butternut squash!
Prepare the baking sheet and preheat the oven: Cover a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Preheat the oven to 400F.
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Cut the squash in half: Place the squash on its side on a sturdy cutting board.
I prefer to lay a kitchen towel under it to keep it from slipping.
Trim the stem end.
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Then use a large, sharp knife to cut the squash from end to stem.
At this point, you’re free to also decide on seasoning.
If I plan to use the squash in another recipe, I skip seasoning it before roasting it.
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Roast the butternut squash:Place the squash halves cut side down on the baking sheet.
Roast for 30 to 40 minutes.
The roasting time is determined by the size of your squash.
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To check tenderness, prick the side with a fork.
If the flesh is tender inside the skin, its ready.
Cool and scoop:Remove the pan from the oven.
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Use a spatula to flip the squash over so that it sits cut side up to cool.
Once its cool enough to handle, scoop out the flesh and use it for your recipe.
Line the pan and preheat the oven:Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Preheat the oven to 400F.
Scoop out and discard the seeds.
Then cut the flesh into cubes.
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Prepare for roasting:Spread the squash cubes in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Leave a little space between each so that they roast evenly.
You may need a little more or less depending on the size of your squash.
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Season the squash:Sprinkle the cubes with a 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt.
you’ve got the option to add more seasoning to taste once it is roasted.
Continue to roast for 10 to 20 more minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.
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The total roasting time will depend on the exact size of your squash and the size of your cubes.
Season as desired and serve.
Thats about half the time it takes to roast the squash in the oven.
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Depending on your schedule, this may be the best option to save time during meal prep!
Thaw the bags of squash in the refrigerator overnight or defrost them in the microwave.
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