Roasted Stuffed Acorn Squash
Some winter squash varieties just seem ready-made to serve up dinner. I love the look of an acorn squash, with its deep ribbing, deeper green skin, and the lovely, luscious …
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Honey Roasted Honeynut Squash
You can’t disappoint with this super easy roasted Honeynut Squash recipe! Since Honeynut Squash is already sweet, it might remind you more of a candied sweet potato dish than a …
Spaghetti Squash Pasta Pies
Let me tell you about the time I fell in love with Spaghetti Squash Pasta Pies. It was at this charming little restaurant in Barre, Massachusetts, called Cafe on the …
How to Pollinate Indoor Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Squash and Other Plants
Living in the northeast, I don't take indoor growing of fruits and vegetables that seriously. I consider it more of a hobby than a sustainable source of produce, and maybe …
Maple-Roasted Beets and Butternut Squash with Caramelized Onions, Sage and Cranberries
Roasted beets and butternut squash are a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Add in a little maple syrup and they caramelize ever so gently. This side dish is also …
The Top 7 Produce Preservation Methods for Maintained Nutritional Value
Thankfully, several simple methods can extend the life of your products while preserving as much of their nutritional value as possible.
1. Cool It
Cold storage, such as refrigeration, is ideal …
7 Tips for Storing Squash No Matter What Type
Squash gets overlooked for its versatility and overall yum-factor when it comes to garden vegetables (okay, technically a fruit). Always a bridesmaid, squash is often relegated to “side dish material,” …
What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 7-8
July in USDA zone 7-8 is when the mercury climbs higher than a cat on a hot tin roof, and the humidity makes you feel like you're wearing a wet …
The Curious Case of Cross-Pollinated Squash
I've been growing squash in my backyard for years. It started with a few zucchini plants and quickly grew into an obsession with winter squash. There's something satisfying about …
What to Plant in October in USDA Zones 7-8
Welcome to October in zones 7-8, where the gardening season isn't winding down - it's revving up for round two! The scorching summer heat has finally backed off, leaving you …
