If you've been growing butternut squash this year, you don't need to eat it all right after harvesting it. Here's how to cure ...

Butternut squash season is fleeting. Here's the best way to store those gourds so you can enjoy them all fall and winter long ...

Cutting a butternut squash can be tricky—but not if you follow these tips from a chef. Rachel Marek Faced with a butternut squash on your cutting board, you might feel excited at the prospect of ...

Butternut squash is a fall staple, but prepping and cooking it isn’t exactly intuitive. The firm fruit (yes, it’s technically a fruit) is famously difficult to slice into (you’ll need a sharp knife, ...

Learn how to spot when butternut squash has gone bad, from texture changes to storage tips, and keep every meal safe and ...

Learn how to tell if butternut squash is bad, and how to choose, store, and freeze butternut squash for best freshness, taste ...

Gigantic, shaped like a peanut, unwieldy: all things that describe the butternut squash, one of the most delicious fall fruits. Surprise! That football-size gourd that is used as a vegetable in all ...

Stop overpaying for pre-peeled and chopped squash. Using a large, sharp chef’s knife, cut ¼ inch off the bottom end of the squash. Butternut squash is rather dense and can be hard to cut into, so it’s ...

Butternut Squash is a Rare seed that was introduced to Grow a Garden on August 9, 2025, as part of the Kitchen Storm Update. If you're looking to add this crop to your garden, I've put together a ...