Jennifer Sanchez
@sanchezgourmetjen
Roasted Butternut Squash with Apples and Cranberries
This delightful roasted butternut squash dish combines the sweetness of apples and cranberries, enhanced with warm spices, making it a perfect side for fall and winter meals. It's easy to prepare and brings a burst of flavor to your table.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:7
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time45 min.
- Total time65 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 1 (1 3/4) pound, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1, cubed
- 1/2 cup
- 1/4 cup, melted
- 2 tablespoons, firmly packed
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Roasted Butternut Squash with Apples and Cranberries.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a toasty 425°F (218°C).
Step 2
In a 1 1/2-quart baking dish, blend together the vibrant butternut squash, diced apple, and tangy dried cranberries.
Step 3
Drizzle in the melted spread, sprinkle the brown sugar, and add a dash of cinnamon and nutmeg for warmth.
Step 4
Mix everything thoroughly until well combined, then cover the dish snugly with foil.
Step 5
Place it in the preheated oven and let it bake for 30 minutes.
Step 6
After this initial baking time, carefully remove the foil and allow the dish to bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the squash reaches a tender perfection.
Step 7
Enjoy the delightful aroma as it fills your kitchen, signaling a delicious dish is on the way.