Butternut Squash with Pecans and Maple Syrup

By Coppermouse

This simple, sweet dish is a good accompaniment to pork and poultry.

Ingredients

• 4 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2/3 cup pure maple syrup
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Butter 13x9x2-inch glass or earthenware baking dish. Toss squash with maple syrup in prepared dish. Dot with butter. Season with salt and pepper. Bake uncovered until squash is tender, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes.

Sprinkle with pecans, and serve.