Festive Side Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 small or 1 large butternut squash (yields 4 to 5 cups of cubes).
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3 tbsp of butter.
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2 and 1/2 tbsp of brown sugar.
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1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional).
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1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon.
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1/2 tsp each of salt and black pepper.
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1/3 cup cranberries, dried.
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1/2 cup pecans.
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 400°F to warm up.
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In a small bowl, heat up the butter until melted. Mix in the cinnamon, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if you're using it).
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Coat the squash cubes with about three-quarters of the butter mix. Line a baking sheet with parchment, spread out the squash, and bake for 20 minutes.
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Once 20 minutes have passed, give the squash a good stir.
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Take the rest of the butter mix and toss it with cranberries and pecans in a bowl.
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Scatter the pecans and cranberries alongside the squash on the same baking tray, making sure everything is laid out evenly.
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Pop the tray back in for another 10 minutes. Be sure to stir at least once so the pecans don't get burned.
# Notes:
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This warm squash dish with pecans and cranberries is perfect as a cozy autumn side or to bring a festive touch to a holiday spread.
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A mix of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors makes it an awesome pairing for roasted meats or veggie-centered mains.
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Toasting the pecans and letting the cranberries caramelize create layers of flavor you'll love.