This simple roasting method enhances the natural flavor of the squash with butter and spices.
Roasted Honeynut Squashwill become a staple of your holiday gatherings.
Roasting enhances the sweetness of honeynut squash, which is loaded with antioxidants and vitamin A.
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Butter adds a little richness, while sweet, earthy cinnamon adds the holiday feeling to this dish.
Keep reading for our expert tips, including how to safely cut the squash.
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Here’s how:
Steady the squash as best you’re able to on a cutting board.
Spin the squash 180 degrees and repeat the process on the other side.
But feel free to experiment with any flavor profiles that excite you!
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Arrange squash halves cut-side-up on a large rimmed baking sheet.
Place 1 teaspoon butter in each cavity.
Sprinkle with salt, pepper and cinnamon.
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Roast until tender, 25 to 30 minutes.
Drizzle with maple syrup, if desired.
Honeynut squash also delivers fiber, vitamin C and potassium.
You’ll get even more nutritionprotein, fiber, healthy fats and morebyroasting the squash seeds.
As long as you eat dairy, yes, this recipe is vegetarian.
Honeynut squash can be found in large well-stocked grocery stores and farmers markets from September through December.
Honeynut squash is a relatively new hybrid version of butternut squash.
Its skin is bright orange as well as the flesh, which has a sweet and nutty flavor.
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