Bridebahama's Butternut Squash

This is one of my favorite side dishes. It's very easy too and you can make a day or 2 ahead and refrigerate and then reheat.

Ingredients:
-butternut squash
-butter
-maple syrup

Directions:
Slice squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds/fleshy bit and discard.

Place squash on rimmed baking sheet and add some water to the tray.

Place in 350F degree oven for at least 30 mins (depends on squash size).

When it's cooked it will be soft. Remove from oven and scrape out the flesh.

Add to large bowl along with butter (I use at least half a stick, but I like butter!) and a few T's of maple syrup.

You can start with a little and add more later. Mash together with a potato masher.

At this point taste, add anything you think it may need, including a dash of salt.

Puree in blender or using an immersion blender if you have one.

Keep warm in oven covered with foil until ready to serve.

(note: You do not have to puree, I just prefer the texture)