How to Cook Butternut Squash
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.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper optional
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.
