Roasted Seasoned Winter Squash Medley

About This Recipe

A winter squash medley roasted with a savory, sweet, spicy and smokey seasoning – SO good and a huge hit with my husband!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 tsp brown sugar
• 2 lbs mixed winter squash (butternut, kabocha, etc., peeled and cut into 3/4 –inch cubes)
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a small bowl, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt and brown sugar.
3. In a large mixing bowl, toss squash with butter and olive oil.  Add 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture to the bowl and toss well to coat.
4. Place squash on a sheet pan lined with parchment and bake for 40-45 minutes, tossing every 15 minutes, to allow for even browning. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons more of spice mixture.  Toss gently to coat and serve hot.