How do I pick the best acorn squash at the store? When picking an acorn squash at the store or farmer’s market, I look for one that feels heavy for its size and has a nice, firm exterior. It should be ...
like the deep green hues of acorn squash and the vibrant orange of pumpkins. While some might worry about the carbohydrate and starch content, winter squash is actually low in calories and packed ...
Choose whole acorn squashes that are firm and heavy for their size. Soft spots and bruising are signs that the squash may be starting to decay. The outer skin is often dark green with spots of orange, ...
A variety of winter squash can be substituted for the mini pumpkins. Clockwise from top: Sugar Pie pumpkin, yellow mini pumpkin, Delicata or Honey Boat squash, orange Acorn squash (in center), Jack Be ...