Name: Simple Herb Roasted Winter Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 cup panko bread crumbs; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed and at room temperature

Squash

Roasted Squash

Sep 5, 2025
by Adolf Pollich
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PREP TIME

15 mins
COOK TIME

55 mins
TOTAL TIME

1 hrs 10 mins
SERVING

6 People
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Elevate your autumn table with this simple yet elegant roasted squash. Tender, caramelized squash cubes are topped with a buttery, herb-infused panko crust for a delightful combination of textures and flavors.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 cup panko bread crumbs

1 tablespoon dried thyme

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed and at room temperature

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

27 g
Cholesterol

10 mg
Fiber

3 g
Protein

3 g
Saturated Fat

4 g
Sodium

146 mg
Sugar

3 g
Fat

14 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

02

Step

In a large bowl, toss the cubed squash with olive oil, minced garlic, and a generous pinch of sea salt. Ensure the squash is evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.

03

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until the squash is fork-tender, approximately 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the size of the cubes.

04

Step

While the squash is baking, prepare the panko topping. In a separate bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs with dried thyme, salt, pepper, and cubed butter. Use your fingers to rub the butter into the panko mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

05

Step

Remove the foil from the baking dish. Evenly distribute the panko-butter mixture over the top of the squash.

06

Step

Return the baking dish to the oven and bake uncovered until the topping is lightly browned and crispy, about 10 to 15 minutes more. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the panko topping. Simply melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and cook until it turns a nutty brown color. Let it cool slightly before mixing with the panko.
Feel free to experiment with other herbs, such as sage or rosemary, in the panko topping.
A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese over the panko topping before baking adds a savory touch.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

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