Fall Feasting: A Guide to Winter Squashes

 

 'As warm air turns decidedly crisper, and we trade sandals and short sleeves for breezy scarves and cardigans, thoughts invariably turn away from cool, light summer dishes toward fall’s gastronomic bounty: hearty soups, casseroles, and roasts. And at the base of many of these favorite autumn dishes are winter squashes, which, despite their descriptive name, actually come into season around October. 

So what better time to explore the different varietals popping up at markets all over the country? All winter squashes are nutritional powerhouses, boasting iron, fiber, beta carotene, and a plethora of other beneficial components. What’s more, they’re delicious and can suit a variety of tastes—once you learn the flavor and texture differences between them.'


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