Butternut Squash with cheese, bacon and herbs

I don't know if you have ever tried butternut squash, I remember first trying it when I went to South Africa, it is also the closest thing I can get to a gem squash, not that they even taste the same but there you go! Squash has such an autumn feel to it, they are so very sweet, highly recommend it :)


Butternut Squash with Cheese, Bacon and Herbs

Ingredients:

1 medium sized butternut squash cut lengthways into four
50g cheese grated ( add another cheeky handful if your feeling a little naughty, and not at all healthy...)
1 onion finely chopped
3-4 rashers of bacon chopped
Mixed herbs to season
1 clove of garlic crushed
Salt and pepper to season


Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 160 degrees if it is a fan oven, if not 180 degrees.

2. Boil a pan of water (big enough to fit the butternut squash in). Once boiling add the butternut and parboil for 10 minutes. If unsure check with a knife, they should be soft yet still firm. You don't want squishy mushy butternut that falls apart.. Once cooked drain and set aside.

2. Fry the garlic and onion in about a tbsp of oil until soft. Then add the bacon keep stirring until cooked and set aside.

3. Place the butternut pieces into a tray lined with foil and grease it with a little oil or cooking spray. Add the bacon and onion mixture then add the grated cheese and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Course if you can, it is best actually for this type of dish as it makes the butternut more crispy.

4. Cook in the oven for 30- 40 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the butternut is brown. Serve immediately.