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Caramelized Butternut Squash

Caramelized Butternut Squash: The Best Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon

  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Learn how to make the best caramelized butternut squash with turkey bacon in this easy recipe!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium butternut squash
  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and cube the butternut squash.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the squash cubes with olive oil, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and cinnamon.
  4. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the squash is tender and caramelized.
  6. Meanwhile, cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy and then crumble it.
  7. Once the squash is done, mix in the crumbled turkey bacon before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add garlic or herbs.
  • Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Caramelized Butternut Squash, Turkey Bacon, Easy Recipe