Sweet & Spicy Squash

 

Ingredients:

1-2 Prepared/packaged fresh butternut squash (found in the produce section)
2-3 teaspoons of chili powder (to taste)
3-4 tablespoons of quality Maine maple syrup (to taste)
1 tablespoon butter

Instructions:

  1. Slice or cube the squash.
  2. Butter a 9×12” baking dish. Add squash, top with chili powder and maple syrup making sure to coat evenly.
  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees until squash is fork-tender (about 25 minutes).

Options: Sliced squash looks festive when served over a bed of steamed kale – add crispy bacon crumbles for garnish if you like, or mash the seasoned cooked squash with 2 tablespoons of butter for a colorful alternative to mashed potatoes.

See this recipe and others from our 2020 Holiday Recipes list.