Cooking winter squash may seem like a daunting task if you've never done it before, but these tips and tricks from the ...

In the winter months, squash are a kitchen staple for many. They're forgiving to cook, long-lasting in the pantry, and capable of being made into everything from soups and sauces to desserts. But that ...

If preparing winter squash is new for you, then acorn squash can be a good first place to start. It appears dark green on the outside and the inside is yellow to orange. Chances are your annual trip ...

• Choosing: Look for squash that is firm and heavy. Avoid any with decay or soft spots. • Preparing: If you first slice off the top or bottom, you will have a flat surface to rest it on before peeling ...

Summer squash (Cucurbita pepo), including zucchini, crookneck, straightneck, and patty pan, is common in central New York vegetable gardens. Summer squash grows quickly, is early to harvest, and is ...

Spaghetti squash: Since it arrived on American shores in the 1930s, it has been touted as an economical alternative for pasta and, in the ‘80s, as a health food. It has been referred to as the ...

Don’t blink. Gardens blooming with delicate squash blossoms have the briefest harvest season. FARMbloomington‘s chef Daniel Orr told us about a delicious way to prepare nature’s ephemeral bounty here ...

What’s the best way to cut hard-skinned winter squash? It’s a question readers have asked plenty of times. With Thanksgiving just a few weeks away, a squash dish deserves a spot on your holiday table.

Acorn Squash is a seed that was introduced to Grow a Garden on October 4, 2025, as part of the Chubby Chipmunk update. If you're looking to add this crop to your garden, I've put together a guide on ...