As we transition into fall and eventually winter, veggie varieties like acorn and butternut squash come in abundance to bless our recipes. Their sweet and sometimes nutty flavors add an intrigue to side and main dishes. As we add in other ingredients and cooking styles to these fixtures of the colder seasons, you’ll find comfort and deliciousness in each bite. All it takes is a visit to your farmers’ market, a little bit of spice, and a lot of love to bring these recipes to life.
Cozy Fall and Winter Squash Recipes
Roasted Squash Tartine with Honey Mascarpone
Take your favorite bread and toast it before adding our Roasted Squash Tartine with Honey Mascarpone. This easy breakfast, lunch, or snack recipe does not take much time to make and the result is a new way of enjoying toast besides the obvious avocado choice.
Kuri Squash Soup
Red kuri squash carries a rich, sweet flesh that’s perfect for making a hearty soup on the colder days. This Kuri Squash Soup is almost like a curry, infusing Southeast Asian flavors from ingredients like yellow Thai curry and coconut milk.
Roasted Squash with Pesto and Crumbled Goat Cheese
Acorn squash becomes the star of the show after roasting in the oven to release its full potential. We also top these halves with pesto, spicy chili powder, salt, a sprinkle roasted pecans, and goat cheese.
Stuffed Butternut Squash
Looking for a squash recipe that’s fulfilling enough to have for dinner? Our Stuffed Butternut Squash is bursting with mild Italian sausage, spinach, dried cranberries, pecans, and salty feta cheese. Sounds like you’ve got your weeknight meal covered!
Roasted Squash with Orange and Spices
Sometimes, simple is best. For this recipe, all you have to worry about is picking out the perfect butternut and kabocha squash, cover it in orange olive oil and spices, then roast it in the oven for an autumn side dish.
Anti-Inflammatory Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup
Not only is squash delicious, it’s good for you too. The combination of butternut squash, lentils, turmeric, and ginger are an antioxidant powerhouse for anti-inflammatory relief. Plus, nothing is more calming and relaxing than a warm bowl of soup in the evening.
Chicken and Dumplings with Squash
Chicken and Dumplings is an essential comfort dish featuring a savory broth. We’re upgrading this classic with butternut squash for a little sweetness and another textural component.
Twice-Baked Butternut Squash with Brie
You’ve heard of a twice-baked potato but what about Twice-Baked Butternut Squash? Tender squash meets melted brie in a tasty mixture that’s reminiscent of a healthier baked potato. You can even add extra topping like nuts, sage, and other herbs.
Roasted Acorn Squash with Lemony Pinto Beans and Zhoug
Spice up your regular Roasted Acorn Squash with Zhoug, a Middle Eastern spicy cilantro sauce. Plus, we lay out this unique take on squash over top of a bed of Lemony Pinto Beans for a bit of extra nutrition and heartiness.
Savory Black Truffle Bread Pudding Stuffed Squash
Elevate your bread pudding, all it takes is a little black truffle paste and your favorite kind of squash (or two kinds, or three). The sausage filling is delectable, luxurious, and full of fresh herbs. We also recommend using brioche straight from the bakery for the best results.
Stuffed Winter Squash
This meatless Stuffed Winter Squash option is abundant in peppers, celery, onion, brioche, cranberries, tomatillos, and golden berries. Drizzle this mound of produce in a homemade Ginger Turmeric Vinaigrette to really bring out the natural flavors.
Story by Kylie Thomas
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