Delicata Squash

1 Delicata Squash
butter
maple syrup (optional)

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Cut squash in half and scoop out the seeds.  Place squash face down in baking dish.  Add 1/2 inch water to dish and place in oven.  Bake 30-45 minutes or until a fork easily pierces the skin.  Remove from oven, put butter and optional maple syrup into cavity and serve.  This is a delicious and simple side dish for the fall and winter months.

There are two ways to deal with cooking your Delicata squash in this recipe.  Choose whichever one is easier for you.  I often roast a whole oven full of squash, scoop it out and then store it in the fridge for use in recipes just like this one.