Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Place washed delicata squash on a baking sheet or oven safe dish.
Bake squash, rotating occasionally, for about 60-90 minutes or until squash is soft.
Remove from oven and let cool until you are able to handle the squash.
Cut squash in half and scoop out seeds.
Spoon out squash, separating it from the skin.
Discard seeds and skin.
Mashed squash either using a potato masher, blender, or electric mixer.
Add in butter and seasonings.
Serve immediately.
One squash serves about 2-3 people.