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Roasted Squash with Bacon and Parmesan

September 21, 2020 by cathyscooking@gmail.com 3 Comments

roasted squash with bacon and Parmesan

Fall means yummy sides like Roasted Squash with Bacon and Parmesan.

Such a simple but delicious recipe. Roasted Squash with Bacon and Parmesan features butternut squash oven-roasted to caramelized perfection. We could stop there and it would be wonderful. But we have bigger plans. Grated Parmesan, earthy fresh thyme, and smokey bacon are tossed in for the last 5 minutes of roasting. This is just enough time to work their flavor magic on the squash and still assert a fresh, forward taste for this versatile side dish.

roasted squash with bacon and Parmesan

Peeling that Pesky Squash for Roasted Squash with Bacon and Parmesan

If you’re anything like me, you probably dread the idea of peeling and cutting up a butternut squash. I used this technique for the first time – How to Peel and Cut a Butternut Squash which includes a great step-by-step video. It made the process much easier and quicker!

cubed squash
Peeled, Cubed & Seasoned Butternut Squash Ready to Roast

Ways to Enjoy Roasted Squash with Bacon and Parmesan

  • Serve as a side with one of these delicious main courses Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Tarragon Sauce, Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Artichokes, or Almond Panko-Crusted Walleye.
  • Hash with Eggs – I pan browned leftover roasted squash with chopped brisket, then topped it with a sunny-side-up egg and a sprinkle of chives. Yum! Additional ideas: add sauteed onion to the hash or use chopped roast beef or pulled pork in place of the beef brisket.
squash and beef brisket hash with fired egg.
  • Add to a Salad – toss your squash into a salad. Here’s a salad I’ve made in the past that would be great inspiration for leftover squash. – Warm Squash, Bacon, and Parmesan Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette.
green salad with warm squash and Parmesan.

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Roasted squash and sauteed leeks with sage are layered with heavy creamy, tangy goat cheese and topped with pecans.
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Roasted Squash with Bacon and Parmesan

Butternut squash, oven-roasted to perfection, with chopped bacon, Parmesan, and fresh thyme.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 Butternut squash, about 1 1/2 lbs peeled, seeded, and cut into 3/4" cubes (see video link for easy instructions.)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt more or less based on preference
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper more or less based on preference
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus additional for finishing
  • 1 tbsp fresh chopped thyme plus additional for finishing
  • 3 slices bacon, cooked and chopped

Instructions

  • Peel, seed, and cut squash into cubes.
    https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/how_to_peel_and_cut_a_butternut_squash/
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place squash cubes on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, tossing to combine. Season with salt and pepper and toss again. Spread out in a single layer.
  • Roast for 15 minutes. Stir squash and roast for another 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle Parmesan, thyme, and cooked chopped bacon over squash. Toss to combine, then spread out in a single layer. Roast for 5 additional minutes
  • Finish with additional chopped thyme and Parmesan, if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Roasted Squash with Bacon and Parmesan is a delicious alternative to potatoes for a hash. Add shredded or chopped brisket, roast beef, or pork and serve with sunny-side-up eggs.
Roasted squash can also be added to a green salad with your other favorite ingredients and tossed with an apple cider vinaigrette.

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Filed Under: Side Dish Recipes Tagged With: butternut squash, Fall recipes, fall side dish, Parmesan, squash, vegetable side dish

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Comments

  1. Jessica

    September 21, 2020 at 2:46 PM

    This looks like a hearty fall side dish

    Reply
  2. Carol Franzen

    September 21, 2020 at 2:38 PM

    The way to peel and chop a butternut squash look really helpful. I am going to do it the next time I am preparing a butternut squash. I LOVE squash.

    Reply
    • cathyscooking@gmail.com

      September 21, 2020 at 2:42 PM

      Squash lovers of the world unite! ā¤ļø I love finding little how-to videos like this that make life easier. šŸ‘

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