Butternut Squash is a healthy and tasty dish to add to any meal. 

It is easy to cook and requires very little added ingredients.

 

Dietary Info: Dairy-Free | Egg Free | Nut-Free | Soy-Free | Gluten Free

Health Info: Heart Healthy | Healthy Immunity | Diabetic Appropriate

 

Baked Butternut Squash

You’ll Need:

1 small to medium butternut squash (about 1.5 lbs)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Cut squash in half and seed. Place the halves on a baking sheet, cut-side down. Bake until tender when pierced with a knife, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Scoop out flesh when cool enough to handle.

 

Roasted Butternut Squash

You’ll Need:

• 1 large butternut squash (2-3 pounds), peeled, seeded and cubed
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground pepper

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Toss squash with oil, salt and pepper. Spread on a large rimmed baking sheet and roast until tender and lightly browned, 30 to 45 minutes.

 

Sautéed Butternut Squash

You’ll Need:

1 large butternut squash (2-3 pounds), peeled, seeded and cubed

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Directions:

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Add squash; cook, stirring frequently, until tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes.

 

Steamed Butternut Squash

You’ll Need:

1 (20 ounce) package cubed peeled butternut squash

 

Directions:

Bring 1 inch of water to boil in a large saucepan fitted with a steamer basket.

Add squash. Cover and steam until very tender, about 15 minutes.