Butternut squash is coming in to season, and I think I could it eat everyday. There is something about baked winter squash that makes me instantly calm down as soon as it hits my taste buds. It is so nourishing and satisfying. It is orange and grows close to the ground, which makes it a very nourishing food for our digestive organs (the Earth element of our bodies). Energetically this means butternut squash has a centering, balancing quality to it, and strengthens our Qi (vitality). Here's how I like to eat it.
The Easy Way:
- Wash the squash, dry it, cut off the top, then CAREFULLY cut it in half. Remove the seeds.
- Get out a baking dish or pan large enough to hold the 2 halves side by side. Oil the squash with coconut oil, butter, or grapeseed oil. Sprinkle with cinnamon or your favorite spices if you want. Put them face down in the dish.
- Bake at 350 degrees for about an hour, until a a fork easily pierces through.
- Scoop out or eat right out of the skin, like a baked potato.
The Really Easy Way:
- Fill a large shallow pan with a lid with water, just cover the bottom.
- Carefully slice the (washed and deseeded) squash into rings or half moon shapes.
- Simmer/steam in covered pan until soft, adding more water if needed.
- When soft, place them on a serving dish and melt some butter, Earth Balance, your favorite healthy oil, salt, spices, etc on top and enjoy.
The Most Delicious Way:
- Peel and cube the squash. Or cut into french fry sticks.
- Coat with coconut oil, butter, or grapeseed oil. Sprinkle with salt.
- Spread out on a large baking pan, in a single layer.
- Bake at 375 degrees for about 40min, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown. The browned bits will taste like carmel. YUM!
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