John M

You make baked squash by halving it, scooping out the seeds, and roasting it in the oven until the flesh turns tender and caramelized.  It’s one of those hands-off recipes that delivers big flavor with almost no effort.  Whether you’re working with butternut, acorn, delicata, or spaghetti squash, the basic method for how do you … Read more

You can make butternut squash chips by slicing the squash thinly, tossing the slices in oil and seasonings, and baking or air frying them until they turn crispy.   It’s a simple process, but there are a few tricks to getting that perfect crunch without burning them.   If you’ve been wondering how do you … Read more

You can make acorn squash in the microwave in about 10 to 15 minutes, and it comes out tender, sweet, and ready to eat with almost zero effort.   If you’ve been wondering how to cook acorn squash in the microwave without losing flavor or texture, you’re in the right place.   The microwave is … Read more

You make autumn squash soup by roasting seasonal squash, blending it with aromatics and broth, and finishing it with a creamy, savory touch.   It’s one of those cozy fall recipes that feels fancy but comes together with simple ingredients you probably already have.   If you’ve been wondering how to make autumn squash soup … Read more

You know it’s time to pick winter squash when the rind is hard enough that you can’t scratch it with your fingernail.   That’s the simplest test, and it works for butternut, acorn, spaghetti, and every other winter squash you’re growing.   If you’ve been staring at your squash patch wondering how do you know … Read more

You know squash is ready to be picked when the rind is firm, the color is deep and solid, and your thumbnail can’t easily pierce the skin.   That’s the short answer, but figuring out exactly when squash is ready to be picked takes a little more know-how than just eyeballing it.   If you’ve … Read more