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Brown Sugar Baked Butternut Squash (Easy Side Dish)

Caramelized Brown Sugar Baked Butternut Squash

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole Butternut squash medium size, halved lengthwise, seeds removed
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil for rubbing
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper freshly ground

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  • Slice the butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds using a spoon.
  • Rub the cut sides and inside the cavity of the squash halves evenly with olive oil.
  • Place the squash halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.
  • Spoon the butter and brown sugar mixture over the cut sides of the squash, letting it pool slightly in the seed cavities.
  • Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the flesh is fork-tender and the edges are caramelized.
  • Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Scoop the flesh out or serve cut into wedges.