Sweet & Spicy Butternut Squash (October 24, 2018)

Recipe from Plate it Up Kentucky Proud

Ingredients: 

2 medium butternut squash

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 cup honey Yield: 12, 1/2 cup servings Directions: 

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Wash squash and pierce the skin of each with a fork in several places. Place both squash in a microwave oven. Cook on high setting for 4-5 minutes. Place squash on a cutting board and cut 1/2 inch off both ends. Cut squash in half lengthwise and remove seeds and pulp. Peeloff the skin using a sharp vegetable peeler. Cut the squash into 1/2 inch cubes. Place the squash cubes in a large mixing bowl. Addolive oil, kosher salt, cayenne pepper and cinnamon. Toss to coat. Spread the seasoned squash cubes on a greased baking sheet. Roast for 40 minutes or until fork tender,turning after 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Warm honey in a microwavable dish and drizzle over the squash.