Whether you are roasting a whole butternut squash as is, or cutting it in half, this will be your go to recipe! Customize the flavors, are keep it plain and simple.
Cut the ends off of the squash and then cut in half length wise.
Scoop out the seeds.
Brush with oil or butter. Add any additional toppings now or waiting until the last 10 minutes of roasting. If using nuts, add them at the end or after it’s done baking.
Place on a parchment lined baking sheet cut side down.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until soft to the touch. If using toppings, you can also add them about 10 minutes before it is done. Mix them all in a bowl with a little more oil or butter, or if using maple you don’t need to add extra oil/butter. Turn halves over and brush with the mixture. Continue to roast cut side up.
Allow to cool and use with your favorite recipes or enjoy as is!
Notes
If you are oil free you can skip it but the end result won’t be as rich and moist. You can also try and use broth to get some moisture in there.
If you want to roast this whole instead of cutting it, poke holes around it like you would a potato. Then rub the oil, salt and pepper on the outside (optional). Then roast until it is soft, it may take closer to 60 minutes or more if doing it whole. You want the skin browning and shriveled.