Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash

Name: Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 lbs butternut squash, peeled, 1" cubed; 2 tbsp pure maple syrup; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves

Caramelized cubes of butternut squash tossed in pure maple syrup, cinnamon, and a touch of cayenne, then roasted until golden-edged and tender - a naturally sweet, crowd-pleasing DASH-diet side.

45 minEasyServes 4140 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 lbs butternut squash, peeled, 1" cubed
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp kosher salt
2 tsp fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2

Whisk together 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt in a large bowl.
3

Add 3 lbs peeled, 1" cubed butternut squash and toss until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet - do not crowd; use two baking sheets if needed.
4

Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the squash is tender and the edges are caramelized.
5

Transfer to a serving platter, scatter 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves over the top, and serve warm.

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Questions

What temperature do I cook Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash at?

For Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 30 minutes, in step 4.

What should Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until evenly coated. Step 4: cook until the squash is tender and the edges are caramelized.

What can I use instead of maple syrup in Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash?

The entry for Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash calls for 2 tbsp pure maple syrup. In its place: Honey, measure for measure, or brown sugar dissolved in a little warm water.

How hot is Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash?

Moderately. The heat in Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash comes from 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash keto-friendly?

A serving of Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

How many carbs are in Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 18 g of carbohydrate in about 140 calories, with 3 g protein and 6 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 280 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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