Ma Rileys Maple-Glazed Butternut Squash

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Ma Rileys Maple-Glazed Butternut Squash

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Maple‑glazed butternut squash is a cozy, autumn‑inspired dish that transforms sweet, tender squash into something irresistibly caramelized and comforting, thanks to the warm richness of real maple syrup. Its roots trace back to Indigenous and early American cooking traditions, where squash was a staple crop and maple sap was boiled down into syrup long before refined sugar was common. Over time, the pairing became a natural, seasonal classic—simple, rustic, and full of the kind of warmth that makes fall cooking so satisfying.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings: 12 People

Course: Sides

Cuisine: American

Calories: 73

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

2 lbs butternut squash
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp maple syrup such as Morse Farms, Sugarbush Farm, or Aprils Maple
½ tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper

Method

Heat oven to 400°F.
2. Peel and cube squash.
3. Toss with butter, maple syrup and seasonings.
4. Spread on a baking sheet.
5. Roast 35–45 minutes.
6. Turn once halfway through.
7. Serve hot.

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