Ingredients

2 delicata squash, halved and seeded

3 tablespoons butter, softened

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste

1/2 teaspoon lime zest (optional)

salt and ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the squash cut side down into a baking dish. Pour water into the dish to about 1/4 inch deep.
  2. Bake in preheated oven until the squash pierces easily with a fork, about 30 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, blend the butter with the lime juice and chili powder in a small bowl. Mix in the lime zest, if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon the butter mixture into the cooked squash, and serve immediately. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © 2013 Allrecipes.com