ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH

INGREDIENTS

1 butternut squash, peeled and roughly cubed

Extra-virgin olive oil

Kosher salt

Freshly cracked black pepper

2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh herbs, like thyme, rosemary, or sage (optional)

Honey or maple syrup, to taste (optional)

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 400°F.  Toss the butternut squash cubes with a generous drizzling of olive oil, a large pinch of salt, pepper, herbs, and maple syrup (if using) on a baking sheet. Spread out in a single even layer, and roast for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the squash is fork-tender and lightly browned.