Crispy Parmesan-Roasted Butternut Squash

By Traceylu-2

Salt, pepper, parmesan, and your choice of spice lend butternut squash a boost of flavor in this simple side dish.

Ingredients

• Nonstick cooking spray
• 1 1/2 pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch pieces*
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, sage, or basil, crushed (1/4 tsp Penzey's Pasta Sprinkle)

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Coat a 15x10-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Place squash in prepared pan. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat.
Roast 15 minutes. Stir squash; roast 5 minutes more. Stir in cheese and thyme. Roast 5 minutes or until squash is tender.