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Vegetable Profile: Acorn Squash

2/6/2020

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Description:
Acorn squash is as yummy as it is pretty! It's solid yellow-orange flesh is lightly sweet and nutty when cooked, with a lower moisture content than other winter squashes. Like other squash plants, it grows on a sprawling vine and has edible cream-colored seeds and delicate, large yellow flowers that are also edible!
 
Nutrition:
Excellent source of beta-carotene. Rich in complex carbohydrates, which helps stabilize blood sugar. Nourishing for the spleen, stomach, large intestine, and lungs. ​

Storage:
By definition, acorn squash is a storage crop meaning that if you store it properly, you can keep it for months! They like a cool, dry place with good airflow and lack of sunlight. Check it regularly for signs of softness, mold or wrinkles; if you notice those developing early, you can easily save most of it by preparing the squash promptly and cutting out the soft parts. 

Use:
The way we prefer to prepare acorn squash:
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Rinse the squash under water to remove any dust or dirt.
  • Remove the tough stem.
  • Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon; reserve for later.
  • Add a bit of water (maybe 1") to a baking pan and place the squash halves cut-side down. 
  • Roast for 30 mins or until you can easily pierce the skin with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, rinse and remove pulp from seeds, and toss in olive oil, salt, pepper, or herbs.
  • Place them in a single layer on a cookie sheet, and toss them in the oven as well. They're done as soon as they're golden brown! 
  • Once the squash comes out of the oven, remove it from the pan and let cool. 
  • Once you can safety handle the squash halves, take a spoon and scoop out the flesh. 

Both the roasted squash flesh and seeds can be used in a variety of dishes, or great just eaten as a snack!

Sources:
New Whole Foods Encyclopedia by Rebecca Wood
From Asparagus to Zucchini: A Guide to Cooking Farm-Fresh Food By Fairshare Coalition 
Produce: A Fruit and Vegetable Lover's Guide by Bruce Beck
Our own experience! 
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