Step 1

Pre-heat oven at 400℉

Step 2

Cut butternut squash lengthwise and remove seeds. (See pictures in post for directions on how to cut a whole butternut squash)

Step 3

Place butternut squash skin side down, face side up on a baking dish or baking sheet.

Step 4

Brush the top of butternut squash with olive oil.

Step 5

Sprinkle with salt, black pepper (optional) and brown sugar.

Step 6

Bake for 45 - 60 minute. If butternut squash is small, check at the 40 minute mark. Butternut squash is ready when it is soft can be easily pierced with a fork.

Step 7

Serve and enjoy!