Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2

Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise from stem to the bottom.

Step 3

Scoop the seeds and pulp out of the cavity.

Step 4

Lay on a baking sheet and spread 1 tablespoon of softened butter on each half.

Step 5

Sprinkle the top of each half liberally with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Place a pad (1 tablespoon) of butter in each cavity.

Step 7

Roast for about 1 hour until fork tender.