The finale test crop of our Butternut Squash was harvested yesterday. I intentionally left some squash out in the field for a extra 3 weeks to see if the "meat" gets better. It does! Richer in flavor....densely orange. It pays to experiment. Butternut Squash will be a crop...alongside of Banana Squash....as a cash crop. Both squashes can be stored for months in a cool dry area. .....this means we can sell at a premium price during the winters!
My brother Richard a few years ago made a mashed squash dish for me....it was awesome! Here's my recipe.....you'll never go back to mashed potatoes!
Mashed Butternut Squash
1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
Butter ...more the merrier!
Two giant spoon scoops of brown sugar
salt and pepper
In large saucepan of boiling water, cook squash for 20 minutes or until tender (just like if you are making mashed potatoes). Drain and return to pot. Mash with butter, salt and pepper. Serves 4.
I'll try roasting the squash instead of boiling it......may have deeper taste.....next week. Also....I found a recipe for french fried Butternut Squash (?!).
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