Use a sharp knife to cut the ends off of the squash. Then use a sharp vegetable peeler to peel the skin off in long strips.
Cut the squash in half, separating the lower bulbous end from the longer end. Then slice each of those pieces lengthwise.
Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, then flip the pieces over with the flat side down. Slice each piece into half moons.
Cut those half moons into equally sized sticks. Then dice the sticks into equal sized cubes.
how to cook butternut squash
Preheat oven to 425 degrees
Peel butternut squash and cut into 3/4 inch cubes.
Arrange on a baking sheet, toss with olive oil and season with kosher salt.
Roast in the oven for about 15 minutes. Use a metal spatula to turn the squash, then roast for an additional 10-20 minutes, or until squash is tender and starting to turn golden..