Roasted Kabocha Squash


Prep Time

5 minutes

Cooking Time

60 minutes

Yields

4 people

Ingredients

1 whole kabocha

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  2. Scrub the squash. 
  3. Cut in half and scoop out the seeds. 
  4. Place halves on a lightly oiled baking dish and cover, baking for 45 minutes. 
  5. Uncover and bake for 15 more minutes. 

Notes

  • The skin of the squash is packed with great nourishment and can be eaten when baked. If you do not want the skin, peel the squash and cut into cubes.
  • Sprinkle your favorite spice on the squash before baking such as cinnamon, thyme, rosemary, curry, cumin or sage.