Easy Roasted Butternut Squash

Ingredients

• Butternut squash
• Olive oil or Butter
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh herbs (optional)
• Brown sugar (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Using a large, sturdy knife, cut your butternut squash in half lengthwise.
3. Scoop out the seeds and stringy bits from each half and discard (or save for roasting).
4. Transfer the butternut squash, cut-side up into a baking dish and brush with olive oil or melted butter, coating the entire surface of the squash.
5. Season with salt and pepper and brown sugar and herbs (if desired).
6. Roast in the oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until soft, and fork-tender.
7. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Scoop flesh from the skin and enjoy plain or in your favorite recipes.

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