Spicy Maple Butternut Squash (Sweet, Savory, 1 Hour) - Zest Plate - Zest Plate

Ingredients

• 1 pound brussels sprouts, stems and outer leaves removed, halved
• 4 cups cubed butternut squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves or allspice
• Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste
• 4-5 ounces uncooked bacon
• ⅓ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup toasted pecan halves, chopped
• ⅓ cup gorgonzola, blue cheese, or goat cheese crumbles