Butternut Squash Cajun Fries

Ingredients

• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cut into fries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine butternut squash fries and olive oil. Toss to coat.
3. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and sea salt. Sprinkle over fries and toss to coat.
4. Spread fries out on a baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
5. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Butternut squash is a type of winter squash that is popular in the United States and Canada.
• Cajun cuisine is a type of cuisine that originated in Louisiana, USA.
• The Cajun seasoning blend used in this recipe is a combination of paprika, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and garlic and onion powders.