Baked Butternut Squash

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325.
2. 2
   Peel the squash, cut it in half and seed it.
3. 3
   Turn the cut sides down, and slice into 3/8 inch slices, lengthwise (like a cantaloupe).
4. 4
   Arrange with the sides down on an oven tray, or baking dish lined with parchment paper.
5. 5
   Mix the butter, bacon, rosemary and maple syrup together with a fork in a bowl until well blended.
6. 6
   Room temperature butter makes this a lot easier.
7. 7
   Salt and pepper to taste.
8. 8
   Dollop the butter mixture over the squash, it doesn't have to cover all pieces, it will melt.
9. 9
   Put it into the oven, uncovered and bake for about 40 minutes or until squash is cooked, and a bit caramelized on top.
10. 10
    At about 20 minutes, turn the squash over and spoon the melted butter all over.