It’s not officially fall until you add a few fresh butternut squash recipes to the menu.
You’ll also find tips for how to peel, chop, and store butternut squash.
Pat dry with a paper towel.
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Rotate the squash and repeat with the bottom half (the body).
To begin cutting your squash, lay it on its side.
You’ll end up working with four smaller pieces instead of two.
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That first cut will make slicing through the squash easier and safer.
Don’t toss those squash seeds!
Instead, turn them into anafternoon snackby roasting them.
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Rinse, drain, and dry the seeds with a paper towel.
Toss with salt and olive oil.
Don’t stop at butternut squash!
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