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Cheesy Bacon Butternut Squash

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An overhead image of cheesy bacon oven roasted butternut squash on a baking tray topped with fresh parsley

Caramelized and naturally sweet cubes of seasoned squash gets perfectly complemented by crispy bites of bacon and melted bits of gooey cheese. This side dish is addictive as it has a little bit of everything and to be honest it is the perfect use for seasonal butternut squashes. Trust me when I say that this is one side dish that will go quickly at any gathering!

An overhead image of bowls of ingredients including shredded cheese, cubed butternut squash, bacon pieces, light olive oil, salt, black pepper and oregano, and fresh parsley

To make this simple side we’ll need some cubed butternut squash, sliced bacon strips, extra light olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and some shredded cheese (I love Fontina for this recipe) and a garnish of chopped parsley or chives (green onions).

An overhead image of a baking tray with cubed butternut squash and bacon pieces with a small dish of fresh parsley and another dish of shredded cheese in the right corner

The prep work is as simple as tossing the cubed squash in the oil, salt, pepper and oregano to evenly coat before setting it onto a baking tray in an even layer and topping with the pieces of bacon.
Now, a note regarding the bacon…take my advice and opt to use strips of thick cut bacon. Trust me, you’ll thank me. You see, as the bacon cooks and crisps it renders its fat which then seeps into the squash. This not only helps salt our squash but also flavor it…..🤤

An overhead image of cheesy bacon oven roasted butternut squash on a baking tray topped with fresh parsley

Pop your tray into the preheated oven and bake it until your squash is cooked and begins to caramelize. Once cooked, if you attempt to flip the pieces be aware that they might be fragile while hot so flip them with care. If your squash is cooked but hasn’t caramelized properly feel free to turn on the broiler setting for a few minutes to help the pieces to get color. Once done, remove your tray from the oven.

An close up image of cheesy bacon oven roasted butternut squash on a baking tray topped with fresh parsley

The very last step is to top your squash with the shredded cheese and parsley. The residual heat of the squash and the tray will help the cheese to melt, and the end result is a heavenly balance of flavors that will keep you going back for another bite!

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Cheesy Bacon Butternut Squash

Caramelized and naturally sweet, these cubes of seasoned squash are perfectly complemented by crispy bites of bacon and melted bits of gooey cheese. Addictive and delicious, this side is the perfect use for seasonal butternut squashes.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time45 mins
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 196kcal
Author: Kitrusy

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs butternut squash cubed into 1" pieces
  • 1 tbsp extra light olive oil
  • ¼ tsp Himalayan salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • ¼ tsp Dried Oregano
  • 6 oz thick cut bacon (approx 3 strips)
  • ⅓ cup shredded cheese (I recommend Fontina)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (or chives) finely chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F
  • Toss the cubed butternut squash with the oil, salt, pepper, and oregano, until all pieces are evenly coated.
  • Place the coated squash onto a baking tray in an even layer and sprinkle the small strips of bacon over the squash pieces.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes until the squash is tender and has begun to caramelize.
  • Remove the tray from the oven and top with the shredded cheese and parsley (and/or chives). The residual heat from the tray and the squash will melt the cheese.
  • Serve immediately and bring any leftovers to room temperature before storing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 305mg | Potassium: 627mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 18229IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 129mg | Iron: 1mg

 

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