I really think the combination is perfect together in this healthy fall side dish. If you want to mix things up try dried apricots or raisins and feta cheese instead of goat cheese.

Up until a few years ago, I always hosted Thanksgiving dinner. I really never minded making all the dishes since it was just our immediate family. Now our older daughter and her husband have taken over and I have to say, I love just showing up with a couple dishes. Hi Beverly! This dish yields about 4 side dishes, depending on how much everyone grabs for their plate (at Thanksgiving everyone tends to take small scoops of each dish so it may even stretch from 4 to 6). There are hundreds of urinary supplements out there, with varying ingredients and varying levels of clinical evidence. However, there is no evidence that many of these supplements work. For instance, glucosamine has been often recommended for feline cystitis. One study suggested that cats with cystitis have lower amounts of glycosaminoglycan proteins than healthy cats, and that it was possible to supplement enough glucosamine orally to make a difference to this. However, it didn’t show that this then prevented cystitis or treated cystitis. One recent study by a feline specialist showed no difference in recovery between patients treated with a glucosamine supplement and those that were not. How to store: Store this dish in the fridge for up to 3-4 days in a tighly-closed container or in a bowl wrapped with plastic foil.Cranberries – it’s also possible to use fresh cranberries, bake them with the squash. They are more tart than dried cranberries so you may need to add more honey to the dish. I prefer dried cranberries much more with this recipe. Don’t overcrowd the squash – it will steam and be pale instead of having those beautiful golden brown caramelized edges (= that’s very all the flavor is!). Butternut squash - Try to select a firm squash that's heavy for its size, with an intact stem and smooth, dull skin.

Don’t overcrowd the squash – it will steam and be pale instead of having those beautiful golden brown caramelized edges (= that’s very all the flavor is!). I roasted my squash in two batches. We have our family tried and true recipes, but I'm always on the lookout for some new ones to try! So I think today you are really going to enjoy this post. Not only are you going to have access to 25 delicious recipes for your Thanksgiving table, but each chef is hosting a giveaway on their blog. Trust me when I say, you will love these recipes. Super Moon Pumpkins shouldn’t be confused with Big Moon. The super moon variety is another white pumpkin that grows up to 50 lbs. Like it’s smaller brother the Casper, these are great for cooking. Turban Squash HERBS: Herbs are a great way to finish the dish like sage leaves, fresh rosemary, thyme, oregano, parsley or basil. Atlantic Giant is the largest pumpkin variety in the world. With some exceeding 1,000 lbs. They have been known to grow 15 lbs in a day! I grew up in Alaska. Each year we went to the AK State Fair for the junk food, the shows, and the agriculture exhibits. With the long sunny summer days that far north pumpkins on display grew to enormous 800-900 pound beasts. Alaska’s state record is 1,471 pounds. Autumn Gold PumpkinsMeanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat and fry the onion for 5 mins, or until softened but not coloured. Stir in the garlic and sage, cook for 1 min, then add the mushrooms. Fry for another 10 mins, stirring, until the mushrooms have reduced and any water released has evaporated. Stir in the chestnuts and cranberries and cook for 1 min more. Butternut squash and cranberries are the stars of this festive fall dish, but you can use essentially any winter squash and/or root vegetable you want. And any combination thereof. The Ingredients ADD THE SPICES: Add the 2 tablespoons of olive oil, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon and salt and toss the squash until coated. Baby Boo Pumpkins are actually a variety of Acorn Squash. These are the tiny little white squash often used in Autumn displays. Big Max Squash DOUBLE THE RECIPE: This recipe is easily doubled up if you are feeding a larger group of diners. However, I recommend using 2 trays so that the butternut squash can properly roast. HOW TO STORE LEFTOVER ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH

Of course it took posting a photo of this plate-o-yum on IG to give me the push I needed. I have some very awesome friends with some very impatient squash ( squashes? squashi? I think I’m overthinking this!) awaiting this recipe. I had to deliver! SEASONING: I season the squash with ground nutmeg, cloves and cinnamon, as well as a little sea salt. These spices add a warm flavor to the squash. Honey Bear Squash got its name for its sweet flavor. They are a variety of acorn squash that was specifically bred to be baked and served in the half shell. Try them in place of the acorn squash in this Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe! Hubbard Squash Red Warty Thing Squash looks like, well it looks like the name it was clearly given for a reason. It has a misshapen appearance with a very hard skin which is great for preserving them over time, but not for cutting. It is a variant of the Red Hubbard squash, thus the lumpy outer skin. The flesh of these squash, however, is said to have a pleasant sweet taste. Spaghetti Squash FRESH BUTTERNUT SQUASH: I’ve used butternut squash which I cut into 1-inch cubes. Sometimes you can find it pre-cut at the grocery store to save time.THIS RECIPE IS EASY TO MAKE:This recipe takes just 15 minutes of hands on prep time and can be cooked and on the table in less than an hour. Autumn Gold Pumpkins are a hybrid pumpkin with a deep golden color making them a great decorative pumpkin, but they are also very good as pie pumpkins. And, did you know that dogs can and will safely eat pumpkin. Want an easy Halloween treat for your neighborhood canine friends? Try Candy Corn Pupsicles- Halloween Treats for Dogs! So, this year don’t throw your pumpkins in the compost pile after Halloween. Try a recipe or two with your uncut pumpkins. Baby Bear Pumpkins PREP AHEAD: You can prepare the squash earlier in the day or the day before, then season and roast. Which makes this the ideal prep ahead side dish for Thanksgiving or other festive holidays.

Olive Oil– Used for roasting the squash and sauteing the filling. Any neutral heat-safe oil, such as avocado oil, also works. How to make it ahead: if you’re planing to make this dish ahead, especially for the holidays, I would recommend roasting the squash with the pecans, then reheat and combine with honey, lemon juice, cranberries, and feta cheese just before serving. You can use pumpkin instead of butternut squash but I prefer it much more with butternut squash (it’s more moist and sweet, pumpkin is a bit drier and pumpkin puree is perfect for baking). If you get a chance to try this Honey Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Feta, let me know! Yellow Squash are typically the size of zucchini and normally found next to zucchini, often at the same price, in the grocery store. They have a dull to bright yellow skin that is perfectly edible. You can easily substitute yellow squash for zucchini. They are great in stir-fry and sautéed vegetables. If you want to make the popular Zoodles without the green tint, just toss a few yellow squash on your spiralizer and crank away Zucchini Pasta with Creamy Avocado Pesto. Another great use for yellow squash is as a lasagna noodle substitute. This is commonly done with zucchini, but yellow squash will give it a look closer to traditional lasagna noodles. The BEST Zucchini or Squash Lasagna Recipe. Also, like zucchini, they only have about 5 calories per ounce and have a health supporting nutrition profile. Zephyr SquashAre you looking to make it in advance or just wondering about any leftovers? Here’s my experimentation with both so far, lol! Blue Prince Pumpkins are a flat pumpkin in an intriguing shade of blue. They are typically from 7-9 pounds and can make a nice display, if you can find them. They are said to have a creamy interior less stringy than most pumpkins and sweet flavor making them yet another pumpkin that cooks well. Bonbon Squash This simple side can be whipped up with just a few fresh ingredients and is loaded with Fall flavor.