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    • December: Winter Squash
    • January: Parsnips
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DECEMBER

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Winter Squash

Squashes are a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, also known as the gourd family, along with cucumbers, summer squash (pattypan, zucchini), and watermelon. Originally, squashes were cultivated for the consumption of their seeds only, as they had minimal, bitter-tasting flesh; over time, fleshier, fruitier varieties were developed.  
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​THIS MONTH'S KITS
Full of tips, tidbits, recipes, and more for this food!
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RECIPES
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  • Butternut Squash Chili
  • Cider-glazed Squash
  • Mashed Winter Squash & Apples
  • Butternut Squash Soup
  • Delicata Squash Smiles
  • Butternut Squash Confetti Salad
  • Winter Squash Black Bean Burgers
READING LIST
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  • The Little Squash Seed, by Gayla Scale
  • Pumpkin Pumpkin, by Jeanne Titherington
  • Too Many Pumpkins, by Linda White

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Poster designs by Kathryn Hansis 

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  • Home
  • Get Started
  • Materials
    • September: Broccoli & Cauliflower
    • October: Kale
    • November: Sweet Potatoes
    • December: Winter Squash
    • January: Parsnips
    • February: Cabbage
    • March: Beets & Rutabaga; Maple Syrup
    • April: Carrots
    • May: Mixed Greens
    • June: Herbs and Dairy
    • July: Berries
    • August: Tomatoes
  • Resources
    • Harvest Lessons
    • Reading List
    • Guides
    • Nationwide
    • More
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Shop
  • Farm Fresh