2honeynut squash, halved lengthwise, seeded, and quartered
2-3tspolive oil, to taste
Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Aleppo pepper, to taste
8 small fresh thyme sprigs
2tbspsalted butter
1tbsppepitas, toasted
flaky salt, to taste
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
Halve the honeynut squash lengthwise then scoop out the seeds. Cut each half into quarters.
Toss the honeynut squash wedges with olive oil then season well with sea salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and Aleppo pepper, to taste. Place on a rimmed baking sheet skin side down. Add a small fresh thyme sprig to each wedge.
Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the flesh is very tender when pierced with a fork.
Meanwhile, make the brown butter by melting the butter over medium heat in a small saucepan, stirring often. It will start to bubble, foam, and separate then will turn golden brown with a nutty aroma. Remove from the heat immediately and pour into a small dish; set aside until needed. Side Note: Watch the butter carefully while cooking because it can burn quickly & easily.
Drizzle the top of each wedge with some brown butter and a sprinkling of toasted pepita seeds and flaky salt. Serve immediately. Enjoy.