Maple Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans

Name: Maple Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 lbs butternut squash, peeled and cubed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp pure maple syrup; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup raw pecan halves, roughly chopped; 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves

Cubed butternut squash roasted until caramelized, then tossed with pure maple syrup and finished with toasted pecans and fresh thyme. A naturally sweet, Paleo-friendly autumn side.

45 minEasyServes 4195 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 lbs butternut squash, peeled and cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 cup raw pecan halves, roughly chopped
2 tsp fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2

In a large bowl, toss 3 lbs peeled and cubed butternut squash with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper until evenly coated.
3

Spread the squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between pieces for caramelization.
4

Roast for 20 minutes, then flip the pieces. Scatter 1/2 cup roughly chopped raw pecan halves over the squash and continue roasting for 8-10 minutes until the squash is tender and deeply caramelized and the pecans are toasted.
5

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

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Maple Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans?

As written, 45 minutes: 15 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (20 minutes): "Roast for 20 minutes, then flip the pieces."

What temperature do I cook Maple Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans at?

For Maple Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 20 minutes, in step 4.

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

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until evenly coated. Step 4: cook until the squash is tender and deeply caramelized and the pecans are toasted.

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

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

Can I make Maple Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Maple Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans comes from 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes.

Does Maple Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans contain tree nuts?

Yes: 1/2 cup raw pecan halves, roughly chopped. The full allergen list for this entry is tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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