It's Butternut squash season!

Butternut squash                              Prep time: 10 minutes

                                                                Cook time: 60 to 90 min

                                                                Serves: 2 or 3

Fire up the oven!

Squash is bland, so concentration of flavors is necessary. In this recipe, roasting creates a savory/sweet side dish that is sure to please you and your guests.

Here’s all you need

1.     One butternut squash, small to medium, peeled and cut into squares

2.     Olive oil, 1 or 2 Tbsp

3.     Ginger root, minced, 1 to 2 tsp

4.     Kosher salt, one large pinch

5.     Pepper

6.     Thyme, ½ tsp to 1 tsp

7.     Sugar ½ tsp

Here’s what to do:

·      Pre-heat oven to 400° Fahrenheit

·      Combine large-dice squash pieces and other ingredients into a bowl

·      Spread onto baking sheet

·      Roast until browned lightly, turning once or twice, approximately 60 min or up to 90 min.