
Preheat oven to 350 degrees (convect roast if you have it).
Cut butternut squash in half, scoop out seeds, and spray with olive oil (about 1/2 tsp per side). Sprinkle with garlic salt to taste. I use this sprayer for a more even coating on veggies! (feel free to season seeds and bake for a yummy snack)
Roast butternut squash face down for around 45 minutes until soft.
In a pot, cook onion and garlic in butter until onions are golden brown on the edges. Scoop cooled butternut squash into pot and add chicken or veggie broth -- add just enough to cover squash.
Add in a pinch of apple pie spice, a pinch of pumpkin pie spice, and 1-2 teaspoons of maple syrup to taste.
Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer. Cook on low for 25 minutes.
Puree in a blender or using a hand blender. Optional --- add cream/half and half and blend again.
Enjoy!