Description
A delicious combination of roasted butternut squash, crispy bacon, and melted cheese that is perfect as a side dish or a main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Spread the butternut squash onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the crumbled bacon and shredded cheese over the top.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding some chopped fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats or can be enjoyed on its own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg