Crispy Roasted Butternut Squash

Preheat the oven to its highest temperature setting, which is 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Use a sharp kitchen tool to remove the outer layer of the butternut squash, taking care not to damage it. Cut the squash in half lengthwise; remove and discard the seeds inside. Divide the squash halves into smaller pieces, cutting them into 1-inch thick slices before further dividing those slices into individual cubes.

Place the butternut squash cubes in a large container and add olive oil and minced garlic. Mix everything together until the squash is evenly coated with the oil and garlic mixture. Add a pinch of salt to enhance flavor, followed by a few grinds of pepper. Arrange the squash cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Place the prepared squash mixture in the preheated oven and roast until it reaches a lightly browned color and is tender when pierced with a fork, taking around 25 to 35 minutes.