Butternut Squash

a halved butternut squash

Hex code:

#F8BA00



Chemical pigment:

Carotenoid



Originated:

Squash have existed in the Americas since before the arival of humans, probably originating in Mexico.



Fact:

The most popular variety of butternut squash was developed by Robert E. Young at the Waltham Experiment Station.



Recipes:

butternut squash soup, quinoa and roasted butternut squash, beef and butternut squash stew, butternut squash and turkey chili, penne with butternut squash and goat cheese