Soups, casseroles, pastasyou name it, squash can do it.

Thesesquash varietiesbring both sweet and savory flavors to the table.

you could also swap the butternut squash for pumpkin if you’d rather.

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Breadcrumbs are sprinkled atop each stuffed squash to take the dish to the next level.

Serve with lots of crusty bread.

Use this recipe as a base and dress it up however you choose with sauces and cheese.

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Meanwhile, pancetta adds a salty finish.

Add all the toppings you desire, from Cheddar cheese to tortilla strips and a dollop of sour cream.

Skillet Squash Blossom

Impressive looking?

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Only 10 minutes of hands-on time is needed.

That’s rightjust squash, onion, bacon, and thyme; plus a few pantry staples.

You’ll want to make this beautiful and just-as-delicious side dish for the holidays this year.

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Butternut Squash Lasagna

You’ll want to make this hearty spin on lasagna all season long.

If you prefer not to use wine, just add more beef broth.

A can of coconut milk and a few spices take a classic butternut squash soup up a few notches.

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Butternut squash along with potatoes help make up the base to the creamy and cheesy sauce.

Before serving you’ll broil the dish until its golden on top.

Southern Living Spaghetti Squash Casserole in the baking dish to serve

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acorn squash soup in pink bowls

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turkey pumpkin chili

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Thanksgiving Side Dish: Skillet Squash Blossom

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Butternut Squash Lasagna

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Spicy Blue Hubbard Squash Soup

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Roasted Butternut Squash

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Layered Squash Casserole

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Beef-and-Butternut Stew

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Coconut-Curry Butternut Squash Soup

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Tabitha Brown’s Vegan Mac and Cheese

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