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Squash season is here—and we're ready to lean into it, starting with a creamy mac n' cheese.
ByChatelaine
September 7, 2023
Produced by Chantal Braganza and Stephanie Han Kim, Photography by Christie Vuong, Food Styling by Sage Dakota, Prop Styling by Andrea McCrindle
Gorgeous autumn squash is sweeping into grocery stores and farmers' markets alongside other amazing fall produce, and we're excited to embrace all the amazing, comfort foods coming our way this season.
FromButternut Squash Wellingtons to Roasted Spiced Acorn Squash Wedges and Macaroni and Cheese with Roasted Butternut Squash, the sky is the limit when it comes to potential applications in the kitchen. Here are our best fall squash recipes to inspire you.
Roasted Squash And Quinoa Salad
"This is one of my favourite salads to eat, and it’s absolutely perfect on its own as a meal. Nutrition-wise, quinoa covers your protein, and many of the ingredients are seasonless, so you can enjoy it year-round," Diala Canelo says. Get our Roasted Squash And Quinoa Salad recipe.
Recipe by Diala Canelo, Produced by Stephanie Han Kim, Produced by Christie Vuong, Food Styling by Lindsay Guscott, Prop Styling by Madeleine Johari.
Roasted Squash Salad with Marinated Bean Dressing
Crunchy seeds, warm squash and crisp arugula make this salad textural delight. Get this roasted squash salad with marinated bean dressing recipe.
(Recipes by Irene Ngo; Produced by Stephanie Han Kim, Sun Ngo and Aimee Nish*toba; nPhotography by Erik Putz and Christie Vuong; Food styling by Ashley Denton; Prop styling by Madeleine Johari)
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Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta With Bacon
Creamy, satisfyingly filling and jam-packed with deliciousness — this fettuccine is perfect to fend off chilly weather. Get this creamy butternut squash pasta with bacon recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz. Food styling, Matthew Kimura. Prop styling, Madeleine Johari.
Butternut Squash Wellingtons
Flakey, tender and hearty, this take on the classic wellington is the perfect celebration centrepiece dish. Get our butternut squash wellington recipe.
(Photo: Erik Putz; Food styling by Ashley Denton; Prop styling by Christine Hanlon)
Cherry Pork Chops With Roasted Kabocha Squash And Brussels Sprouts
Chopped dried cherries are turned into a sweet and spicy sauce that complements pork chops perfectly. Put it all together with one-pan squash and brussels sprouts and it's autumn on a plate. Get this cherry pork chops with roasted squash recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
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Lasagna-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
This gourd is loaded with Italian sausage, onions, tomatoes, garlic and cheesy goodness. You won’t even miss the carb-y pasta. Get this lasagna-stuffed spaghetti squash recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
Roasted Spiced Squash Wedges
Seasoned with paprika, garlic and cayenne, these squash wedges are packed with flavour. Get this roasted spiced squash wedges recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz. Food styling, Ashley Denton. nProp styling, Rayna Marlee Schwartz.
Macaroni and Cheese with Roasted Butternut Squash
Inspired by the fancified grilled cheese of the early 2010s, this creamy mac and cheese is coated with three types of cheese and sweet roasted squash for a seasonal take on our favourite pasta dish. Roast the squash a day or two in advance, then refrigerate until needed. Gently stirring in the cheese without melting it will give you a deliciously gooey effect when serving. Get our Macaroni and Cheese with Roasted Butternut Squash recipe.
Produced by Chantal Braganza and Stephanie Han Kim, Photography by Christie Vuong, Food Styling by Sage Dakota, Prop Styling by Andrea McCrindle
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Asparagus, Shiitake And Spaghetti Squash Saute
Garlic and sesame oil give this hearty dish extra flavour. It's packed with meaty mushroom and crisp asparagus. Get this asparagus, shiitake and spaghetti squash saute.
Photo, Erik Putz.
Parmesan Oatmeal With Mushrooms And Roasted Squash
Savoury oatmeal is a thing! If you’re not sold onhaving it for breakfast, it’s a simple breakfast-for-dinner substitution. The rich parmesan, roasted squash and earthy mushrooms give it an intense and elegant finish. Get this Parmesan Oatmeal With Mushrooms And Roasted Squash recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
Roasted Spaghetti Squash With Pecorino
Spaghetti squash is a perfect alternative to, well spaghetti. The healthy gourd is stringy, but sturdy, and pairs well with a strong, hard cheese, like pecorino or parmesan. Get this Roasted Spaghetti Squash With Pecorino recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
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Slow Cooker Butternut Squash And Barley Risotto
Risotto that you don’t have to stand over, stir and watch? It’s real. And this recipe might just be the one you come back to all season long. Get this Slow Cooker Butternut Squash And Barley Risotto recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Sugar And Spice Roasted Kabocha Squash
For a spiced-up Thanksgiving side, just tossyour kabocha squash slices with sugar, salt oil, sriracha and cinnamon, then roast until tender. Get this Sugar And Spice Roasted Kabocha Squash recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
Curried Acorn Squash And Eggs With Raita Salad
Tonight, try a dinnertime revamp on a breakfast favourite: toad in the hole. Afresh veggie salad is the perfect balance for the creamy eggs and curried squash.Get this Curried Acorn Squash And Eggs With Raita Salad recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
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Shrimp And Acorn Squash Curry
Skip takeout tonight, and make this simple Thai-inspired curry at home.Get this Shrimp And Acorn Squash Curry recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
Slow cooker Moroccan Vegetable Stew
Hearty, warming and easy. It takes just 15 minutes to prep, then pop it in the slow cooker before work. Voila!Get this slow cooker Moroccan vegetable stew recipe.
Photo, John Cullen.
Butternut Squash Pound Cake
Surprise! Squash can also be used to make a delicious, satisfying dessert.Get this Butternut Squash Pound Cake recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
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