Although the tough-skinned acorn squash is favored at local markets, another delicious squash has been overlooked.

Mashed potato squash is a fairly new variety of acorn squash Cucurbita pepo. It belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae which is a large family consisting fall/winter and summer squash, cucumbers ...

Watch these short videos to learn some quick preparation tips for acorn squash and butternut squash. Wash winter squash under cool running water to clean just before use. Roast: Slice squash in half, ...

Prolonged drought and excessive precipitation can stunt growth. Squash plants (Cucurbita pepo) have long roots that grow deep into the soil, allowing them to be resistant to drought and heat ...