Butternut Squash

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Make this roasted butternut squash ahead of time: It’s great at room temperature, and you’ll need the oven free to roast the potatoes.

Perfectly roasted, caramelized, and the ideal base for our Red Pepper–Walnut Relish.

Fresh herbs, such as parsley and cilantro, can be subbed for the microgreens.

From soups and sides to bread pudding and cakes, here are 24 butternut squash you should be making all fall and winter long.

40 recipes for fall produce, from butternut squash and brussels sprouts to apples and pomegranate.

To prevent the pasta from getting too soft, we cook it separately and toss it with olive oil and chopped parsley, then spoon it into each bowl of soup.

There are two hits of chile in this dish. It’s used early on to infuse the oil, where it mellows. The sprinkle added at the end is more “precocious,” says chef Philip Krajeck, Rolf and Daughters, Nashville. “It’s not in every bite, but when it hits you, it makes a big impact.”

There's no need to peel acorn, kabuki, or delicate squash; their skins are tender and edible, and add extra color and texture to the dish.

Lay the puff pastry over the skillet for a pretty look. Use any brand; the weight may vary, but either way you'll have enough to work with. The butternut squash in this recipe will change the way you make chicken pot pie from here on out.

A thoroughly fall riff on an iconic food group: tomatoes out, shredded butternut squash in!

Butternut adds heft and sweetness to this season-blurring beauty.

A hearty, satisfying vegetarian take.

This vegetarian revelation balances the meaty sweetness of butternut squash with bitter broccoli rabe and a creamy sauce. Serve it with a simple salad.

A rich stew brought to life with butternut squash and warming spices like cardamom and clove.

This peak fall salad is for when you've overdone it on pie.