Roasted Pumpkin Wedges with Hot Honey

Ingredients

• 1 large pumpkin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Cut the pumpkin into wedges, discarding the seeds. Place the wedges on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder, thyme, oregano, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Roast in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and tender.
4. In a small saucepan, combine honey and hot sauce. Heat over medium heat until bubbly and thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and drizzle over roasted pumpkin wedges. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is a great source of fiber, vitamin A, and potassium.
• Roasting pumpkin brings out its natural sweetness and enhances the flavor.
• Honey is a natural sweetener and a great alternative to refined sugars.
• Hot honey adds a sweet and spicy flavor to the roasted pumpkin wedges.