A Little Slice of Heaven

1 large butternut squash, about 3 pounds, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Salt, to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Place the squash cubes in a large bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and maple syrup, then sprinkle the salt, cinnamon and pepper over the top. Toss to coat, then divide between two baking sheets, discarding any excess liquid with that collects at the bottom of the bowl. Spread the cubes in a single layer on 2 baking sheets.

Place the pans in the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the pans from the oven, turn the cubes with a spatula, then return to the oven. Continue baking until the squash is tender, about 10 to 15 additional minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the rosemary over the top.