How to Roast Winter Squash

Roasted Winter Squash Recipe

Roasting is an indirect cooking method involving dry heat in an oven or over an open flame. The low and slow cooking of meats, vegetables, and fruit creates caramelization on the surface of the food to equal an added boost in flavor.

Using a large knife, cut the squash in half lengthwise.

Using a spoon, completely remove the seeds onto the cutting board.

Place squash, cut sides up, on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet. Brush cut sides of squash with honey-butter mixture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Bake squash, uncovered, at 400° for 1 hour or until tender. Let stand 10 minutes.

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