Winter squash are excellent vegan sources of omega-3 fatty acids and other important nutrients, such as beta carotene. Pumpkin, butternut, acorn, hubbard…they’ll all bring a healthful dose of sweetness to your table this fall. Use these recipes to help you put these flexible vegetables to work on your table.
Autumn Vegetable Succotash
Easy to prepare and full of flavor, this hearty vegetarian dish will warm your family up on a cool evening and use up some of the overflow of zucchini and squash from your garden. (3 Stars)
Pumpkin Raisin Oatmeal
With a little help from the microwave, you can whip us this tasty twist on a favorite fall breakfast in less than 5 minutes. (3 Stars)
Squash & Leek Lasagna
Who can say no to butternut squash when it’s layered with leeks, noodles, cheese, and a creamy white sauce? (2 Stars)
Oven-Roasted Squash with Garlic & Parsley
Roasting is one of the easiest ways to prepare squash. The process concentrates the sugars in the vegetables for a dish you’ll adore. (2 Stars)
Pumpkin Popovers
Everyone’s baked pumpkin into pie, but a popover? For pumpkin lovers who just can’t get enough, these are a must-try concoction. (1 Star)
Curried Squash and Apple Bisque with Leek
Our Expert Chef has her title for a reason. Her bisque, designed to be flexible and easy for busy parents, will make everyone at the table ask for more. (1 Star)
Southwestern Stuffed Acorn Squash
You know the sweet and savory sides of squash, but have you met the spicy? (1 Star)