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# :cucumber: Roasted Delicata Squash

![Roasted Delicata Squash][1]{ loading=lazy }

| :fork_and_knife_with_plate: Serves | :timer_clock: Total Time |
|:----------------------------------:|:-----------------------: |
| 2 | 30 minutes |

## :salt: Ingredients

- :cucumber: 1 large delicata squash
- :olive: 1 Tbsp olive oil
- :salt: 1 tsp salt
- :hot_pepper: 0.13 tsp cayenne pepper

## :cooking: Cookware

- 1 spoon
- 1 rimmed baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper or a silicone mat
- 1 cutting board
- 1 large bowl

## :pencil: Instructions

### Step 1

Cut the ends off of the delicata squash and cut in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, scrape out the seeds and filling.

### Step 2

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

### Step 3

Place squash halves cut-side down on a cutting board. Cut into 3/8-inch slices; transfer slices to a large bowl. Drizzle
with olive oil; add salt and cayenne pepper. Toss until squash is well coated. Arrange squash in a single layer on the
prepared baking sheet.

### Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until the bottoms are browned and squash is tender, 12 to 18 minutes.

## :link: Source

- <https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/260734/roasted-delicata-squash/>

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