11 Delicious Squash Recipes for Fall

Reader's Digest CanadaUpdated: Aug. 06, 2019

Squash season is here! There’s no better way to eat local, fresh and tasty than with these nutrient- and fibre-rich recipes.

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Roasted Squash and Garlic Soup With Beet Splash

Warm yourself up with this delicious soup flavoured with squash and and a hint of garlic. Its lovely presentation will leave an impression on your guests!

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Butternut Bread Pudding

Indulge in this nutritious, delicious side-dish that will add that special touch to your festive fall spreads.

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Winter Squash Waffles

Get an instant dose of nutrients and that subtle squash flavour in this fresh take on a yummy breakfast classic.

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Roasted Butternut Squash With Parmesan

Harness the distinct flavour of parmesan in this easy to serve, easy to eat gourd treat.

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Gratineed Baked Squash Halves

Elegant and colourful, this acorn squash recipe combines garlic, sage, and Gruyere cheese to capture the smokey, nutty flavours of the season.

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Butternut Squash Gratin

This mouthwatering squash recipe calls upon the mildly sweet orange gourd flesh, an excellent source of disease-battling beta carotene and soluble fibre, which may block absorption of LDL (“bad”) cholesterol into the body.

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Risotto With Winter Squash and Sage

Cook in style and season, with this aromatic risotto dish – a tried and true chef’s favourite.

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Squash and Eggplant Casserole

Treat your wasiltine and your tastebuds with this healthy pasta substitute full of roast vegetable goodness.

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Penne With Roasted Squash and Bacon

Incorporate the gourd of the season into a pasta everyone will love, then use and reuse this bacon and ricotta-rich recipe for a foolproof go-to dish.

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Caribbean Butternut Squash and Corn Stew

Butternut squash has a lovely, firm texture, ideal for cooking in stews. Combine it with black-eyed peas, corn, and red bell pepper, for a nutritious family supper dish perfect for cold winter days.

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Sautéed Squash With Parsnips and Onions

Searching for the perfect fall salad? This vegetable medley is seasonal, scrumptious, and ready in under 30 minutes.

Originally Published: October 01, 2015