Mashed Butternut Squash

Ingredients (10)

• 1 large butternut squash about 3 to 4 pounds
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup plus additional to taste
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided, plus additional to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided, plus additional to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg freshly grated if possible
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
• 1/4 cup almond milk or milk of choice use half and half or full-fat coconut milk for a richer flavor
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast optional but very good
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley