Whole-Roasted Butternut Squash Hack
Let the oven work its magic: a whole butternut turns sweet, tender, and beautifully golden.
Skip the struggle of cutting raw squash. Roast it whole until tender, then slice it open, scoop out the seeds, and peel away the skin. Mash the soft flesh and season it to your liking, or use it as a silky base for soups, curries, and more.
Method
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Oven method
Heat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
200°C - 2
Place the whole butternut squash on a baking tray and roast until very tender, about 50–70 minutes. Cooking time varies with the squash’s size; it’s ready when a knife slides easily into the flesh.
⏱ 50 min200°C - 3
Let it cool until comfortable to handle. Slice it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and remove peel effortlessly.
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