Butternut squash is ready to harvest when the skin turns from green to a deep beige. The rind will be hard—if you press your fingernail into the squash, it shouldn't leave a mark. Vines will be dying ...

One of the most popular kinds of winter squash, the butternut variety is tan when ripe and has a bulbous base, narrower “torso,” and orange flesh. It has the sweetest flavor about 2 months after it is ...

When it comes to the fall harvest, pumpkins may get most of the spotlight. But that doesn't mean butternut squash doesn't deserve its time to shine, too! As far as fall flavors go, there's nothing ...

Here's exactly what to look for in a ripe squash. To enjoy butternut squash soup, pasta, and other dishes in the fall, plant seeds in the spring after the last frost or in early summer. It takes all ...

Butternut squash is a fan favorite in our home, and many home gardeners appreciate it deep into the winter. Its rich, nutty flavor and long storage life make it a unique ingredient, and a worthwhile ...

There's nothing cozier than a piping hot bowl of creamy homemade butternut squash soup enjoyed on a chilly winter evening. If you have been growing your own winter squash plants this past year — ...

Along with the Jewish New Year, Fall brings with it the harvest. Combine fresh ingredients from your — or someone else’s — garden to make delicious sides and main courses to celebrate the season.