I've noticed lots of Delicata squash being used for decoration this time of year, but did you know that you can eat it?
Delicata one of the easiest squashes to cook, because you don't have to peel it! Unlike Butternut squash, that isn't always easy to work with because of it's tough outer skin and longer cooking time then most vegetables, Delicata squash are easy to clean, cut and cook, making them a perfect side dish that can be ready, start to finish in 30 minutes.
Rinse squash under warm water to remove any soil, then simply cut in half, and NO you don't have to use a chain saw!
Scoop out the seeds and any stringy fibers, then cut into 1/2 inch slices.
Arrange the slices in a single layer on a metal baking pan and coat with 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil per squash. Too much oil can make the squash soggy and prevent caramelization.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper and any desired herbs or seasonings, such as rosemary or thyme. I used cayenne pepper.
Roast in a preheated 425 degree oven for approximately 12 minutes or until golden brown, carefully turn slices over and roast another 10 -12 minutes or until golden brown on remaining side, and squash is tender.
Serve warm.
Once you try Delicata, and see how easy it is to work with and how fast it cooks, it will be your new favorite, and will replace Butternut in your winter squash recipes.
Bon appetie!
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6 comments:
I have not tried it. The skin just does not look very appetizing. I'm sure it is good.
Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Huh. Eating the decorative squash? Never though of doing that! But I will try it!!
(We do eat the butternut, spaghetti, and acorn squash, and love it!)
Thanks for the recipe- Trader Joe's has a good price on the Delicate this week, here in town!
HUGS and blessings to you!
~Leslie
*Delicata, rather.
This looks so yummy! I like my squash both ways, decorating and eating. lol! Hubby is not fussy at all, but does not like winter squash. I still cook it now and then for me. Love heating up the leftovers for my lunch.
Oh, the squash we have this time of year is one of my favorite parts about fall. I didn't know you could eat a lot of these squash until a few years ago when my grocery store began putting stickers with recipes on them. Now I'm hoooked! Never tried the one you used, but Sweet Dumpling is my favorite and I add butter, brown sugar, and walnuts to mine.
Yours looks yummy too, so I'll have to be on the lookout for this! Love your blog, so I'm your newest follower.
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