How to Roast a Butternut Squash
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5
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Prep Time
1 min
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 1 min
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
338 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
American
How to Roast a Butternut Squash
Description
How to Roast a Butternut Squash involves baking a whole squash on a rimmed baking sheet at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for an hour. This simple method requires no peeling or cutting before roasting, allowing the squash to cook through slowly and evenly in its skin. The heat softens the flesh until it's tender, making it easy to scoop out for mashing, pureeing, or adding to other recipes.
The straightforward process leaves the natural sweetness and texture of the butternut squash intact without added flavors unless salt and pepper are sprinkled after. Roasting whole is less messy and helps retain moisture inside the squash during baking.
This roasted squash can be served mashed or in soups, salads, or side dishes. It provides an easy way to prepare fresh butternut squash with minimal effort and cleanup. The recipe note suggests storing leftover cooked squash in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash
- salt optional
- black pepper optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Put the whole squash on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour.
Notes
- Store roasted butternut squash in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 338 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 338kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 88g | 29% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 2640mg | 56% |
| Fiber | 15g | 60% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 79725IU | 1595% |
| Vitamin C | 158mg | 176% |
| Calcium | 360mg | 36% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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