Butternut Squash Puree Served at 2013 Obama Inaugural Lun

• 2 lbs butternut squash, roasted
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 14 teaspoon kosher salt
• 14 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup, medium amber

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Cut squash lengthwise and remove seeds.
3. Place each half squash with the cut half facing down on a sheet pan in the oven and cook until tender, approximately 25 minutes.
4. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
5. Scoop flesh into a blender, using a big spoon.
6. Place the butter,maple syrup, kosher salt and white pepper into blender.
7. Puree on a high speed until smooth, adjusting the seasoning to taste.
8. Place puree in a small sauce pot and cover to keep warm.

butternut squash, butter, kosher salt, white pepper, maple syrup

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/butternut-squash-pur-e-served-at-2013-obama-inaugural-lun-493990 (may not work)