Category: Vegetables

It gets its name from the acorn-shaped fruits that form on the vines. Acorns are one of the smallest of the winter squash, making them just right for baking and stuffing. Although acorn squash will not ripen after it is picked, with proper handling, they will last three to five months after harvesting. Do acorn […]

Yes, you can technically eat the skin of acorn squash. It tends to get pretty soft and is quite easy to eat once roasted. That said, I personally find the skin of acorn squash to be thicker and less enjoyable to eat than the skin of delicata squash or kabochakabochaLike courgettes, marrows are oblong, green […]

Also known as Pepper squash, White acorn squash is a winter variety that is known for its excellent storage capabilities and tender texture. White acorn squash is used in a variety of culinary applications and can be used in both sweet and savory preparations. How do you know when white acorn squash is ripe? In […]

Acorn squash are a small winter squash with bright yellow/orange flesh. You can roast, steam, or even microwave them to be used in a variety of acorn squash recipes (from stuffed acorn squash to acorn squash soup)! They have a mild flavor that can be made sweet or savory – great with herbs or maple […]

Acorn squash and buttercup squash look very similar. They are roughly the same size and color. They have a similar taste. However, the acorn squash is known more as the pepper squash. What is the difference between buttercup squash and acorn squash? Butternut squash has a smoother, sweeter, almost nutty flavor. They can even be […]

A patch of yellow or orange on the underside of an acorn squash is normal when it’s ripe. Occasionally, you’ll see them turn a vivid orange in the field before they’re harvested. Unless you’ve deliberately planted an orange-hued variety, like Table Gold, that means your acorn squash is overripe. Can an acorn squash be orange? […]

Acorn-type squashes should be stored at a temperature of 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Some acorn-type squashes will turn yellow when stored at temperatures above 55 degrees Fahrenheit. High storage temperatures may also cause the flesh to become stringy. Should acorn squash be green or yellow? Ripened acorn squash turns dark green in color. The […]

Generally, avoid choosing acorn squash that have too much orange—they tend to be tougher and more fibrous. Acorn squash flesh is yellow-orange with a mild sweet and nutty flavor that’s perfect for baking, roasting, steaming, sauteing or even microwaving (be sure to pierce the skin first). Can an acorn squash be orange? Answer. Acorn squash […]

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WHITE & REGULAR ACORN SQUASH? Pretty much nothing. Besides the color of the outside, white acorn squash is basically identical to the regular green acorn squash you’re likely more familiar with. Is green acorn same as acorn squash? The most common variety is the Green Acorn with a dark green ridged […]

The name change was later reversed, and the cultivar that we now know simply as acorn squash (which is also the name of the variety) has gone by several other names throughout its history: Danish, Delicious, Kitchenette, Individual, and Pepper squash. What is another name for acorn squash? pepper squashAcorn squash (Cucurbita pepo var. turbinata), […]

Place the whole squash in gently boiling water for 15 minutes; pour off water and chill in cold water for 5 minutes. How do you blanch acorn squash? Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Peel and seed the squash. Cut into pieces 1/4-inch thick and one to two inches long. Blanch the […]

Increasing your intake of dietary fiber with foods like winter squash can cause digestive side effects such as flatulence, diarrhea, abdominal cramps and bloating. Is acorn squash a laxative? Acorn squash is packed with both soluble and insoluble fiber. Though they have different functions in your body, both play important roles in digestive health. Insoluble […]

Although acorn squash can be eaten raw, many people find it more palatable when cooked. Roasting is one popular preparation. Just cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Place the cut side up on a pan and roast it at high heat (400 degrees Fahrenheit) until the flesh is soft, about 45 […]

Acorn squash (Cucurbita pepo var. turbinata), also called pepper squash or Des Moines squash, is a winter squash with distinctive longitudinal ridges on its exterior and sweet, yellow-orange flesh inside. Is acorn squash considered a summer or winter squash? Winter Squash Varieties Examples of winter squash include butternut squash, spaghetti squash, acorn squash, kabocha squash, […]