How to Prepare Spaghetti Squash


Updated 02/08/12 3:11 PM · Posted by · 8 comments

How to Make Spaghetti Squash

Fall's the time to take advantage of spaghetti squash, which you'll find at peak season right now. Never tried cooking with spaghetti squash? Don't even be a little afraid: cooking with one is more intuitive than you'd think. And with a texture reminiscent of pasta, this vegetable is the perfect vehicle for a light olive oil and cheese dressing or any traditional pasta sauce. Watch the video to Read more

10 Dishes to Get You Excited For Fall


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Fall Recipes

I don't know about you, but I have a hard time dealing with the Summer to Fall transition. It makes me sad to say goodbye to warm nights, succulent barbecue, and plump berries. However, it's important to remember the months to come have plenty of fabulous fun to offer as well! Think slow-cooked meats, root vegetables, and decadent desserts. To encourage you to start imagining braises and soups, Read more

Is It a Tomato or Squash?


Updated 09/06/11 10:22 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Tomato and Squash Varieties

In terms of produce, September is a time that straddles Summer and Fall. Late-season heirloom tomatoes are juicy and plump, while early-season butternut squash are way too tempting. To celebrate the plethora of produce that can be found in markets, I've put together this fun quiz. I'll list a variety of tomato or squash and you tell me which it is. Ready, set, go! Source: Flickr User nim Take the Read more

In Season: Zucchini


Updated 08/15/11 12:53 PM · Posted by · 7 comments

Selecting and Preparing Zucchini Squash

We've been giving a lot of attention to berries, tomatoes, and corn this Summer, but that doesn't mean we've overlooked other vegetables at their peak. Case in point: zucchini, the slender Summer vegetable that's in abundance between May and August. Find out what we do with it when you read more. Read more

Savory Sight: Delicieux at Ambiente


Updated 03/02/11 5:31 PM · Posted by Yum Community · 3 comments

Filet of Beef With Polenta, Bell Peppers, and Zucchini at Ambiente Press Center in Frankfurt, Germany

Now that you know how to cook the perfect steak, aren't you curious to see how this bovine beauty's made across the map? Here, Julia Walsh shares how steak's done, the Frankfurt way. A couple of weeks ago I attended the Ambiente design fair in Frankfurt, Germany, and as a journalist, I had full access to the Press Center there for the weekend. Aside from free wireless and happy hours with other Read more

Easy Sunday Dinner: Green Apple and Butternut Squash Casserole


Updated 02/08/12 10:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Green Apple and Butternut Squash Casserole Recipe

If you liked the unexpected pairing of butternut squash and panettone in a rustic Italian bread salad, then you'll love this unpredictable combination of squash with tart, bright green apples. Skip the heavier, savory squash bread pudding or butternut-blended mac and cheese for a hearty meatless dish that also happens to be light. Top the Winter produce pairing with pecans for added protein Read more

10 Healthy Thanksgiving Dishes


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Healthy Thanksgiving Dishes

While Thanksgiving may be about giving thanks, the holiday is centered around one big meal. Let me rephrase: one big gluttonous, fat-filled meal. For some that's OK. Since the holiday only comes once a year, they give themselves leeway to go overboard. If this isn't you, don't worry! We've got 10 dishes that will let you enjoy all the sweet and savory deliciousness of Thanksgiving, minus the Read more

How to Prep a Butternut Squash


Updated 11/04/10 12:40 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

How to Peel and Prep a Butternut Squash

Recently, I praised butternut squash for its mild sweetness and versatility — but I was surprised when so many of you said you'd never prepared one before, or find it hard to work with. Since it'd be a bummer to miss out on this Fall vegetable at home (unless you can afford $400 for an automated butternut squash peeler!), I thought I'd help you out with instructions on how to prep it yourself. Read more