Roasted Honeynut Squash with Parmesan and Herbs Recipe
This Roasted Honeynut Squash recipe offers a simple and savory way to enjoy the naturally sweet and nutty flavors of honeynut squash. Tossed with olive oil, garlic powder, dried thyme, rosemary, and parmesan cheese, then oven-roasted to tender perfection, it makes a comforting side dish perfect for fall and winter meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Squash
- 2 honeynut squash
Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Topping
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (preferably parmigiano-reggiano)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for roasting the squash.
- Prepare Squash: Using a large chef’s knife, carefully slice each honeynut squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and stringy flesh from each half using a spoon.
- Arrange Squash: Place the squash halves face up in a baking dish or on a lined baking sheet.
- Oil and Season: Brush the exposed flesh of each squash half with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle garlic powder, dried thyme, and dried rosemary over the oiled surfaces. Then, generously season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add Parmesan: Sprinkle half of the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the squash halves.
- Roast: Place the baking dish or sheet in the preheated oven and roast the squash for about 35 minutes, or until the flesh is tender and lightly browned.
- Final Touch: Remove the squash from the oven and sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese on top while still hot.
- Serve: Serve the roasted honeynut squash warm as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- Honeynut squash is sweeter and smaller than regular butternut squash, making it ideal for roasting.
- For a nuttier flavor, you can toast the parmesan lightly before adding on top.
- Adjust herbs and seasoning according to personal taste.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in a microwave or oven.
