There are a lot of squashes and gourds in your delivery this week, but not all are edible. Here’s a quick guide to the ones you’ll want to save…

ACORN: Sweet and flakey. Wonderful baked with butter, brown sugar and a hint of chili powder.

DELICATA: Great baked. Not overwhelmingly squashy. Smooth flesh with a sweet nutty flavor.
BUTTERNUT: Extremely sweet and moist. These are definitely the best squash fro soups in the bunch.

GOLDEN NUGGET: Very flavorful. Their small size make these great for roasting. Beautiful golden flesh.

HUBBARD (NW Native): These huge squashes are very sweet and dry. They store well and are great for pies!!

SUGAR PUMPKIN: This little squash is perfect for holiday pies. Tiny & sweet with yummy seeds!

All of these will store in a cool dark place for up to four months. They are a wonderful way to decorate your home for the season and an even better way to treat yourself after the fact. Check pages 7, 12, 75 & 79 in your cookbook for some great recipes. Enjoy the season!!!