Recipe Roundup: Squash It Is

This recipe roundup is dedicated to Mom who inspired this month's ingredient: squash!

Mash it, bake it, drink it, stuff it... Go grab some squash at your local farmer's market and get cooking.  

Yes, squash can be healthy- but somehow it just tastes better drenched in butter and brown sugar or topped with whipped cream!  Happy cooking!  

.ryn

We'll kick it off with the traditional baked acorn squash (this is one of the one's I'm talking about- drenched in butter & sugar)

You can stuff it with wild rice for a delicious meal, or a beautiful side when company is over.

Try the fancier delicata squash for a great-looking and tasting salad.

Here's another simple salad idea featuring squash.

And, who knew- a squash blossom can take a dish in a whole new direction, like this cianfotta. 

I tried this recipe last week, and have already made it 3 times. The Thai spices and coconut milk give this butternut squash soup a zesty twist on an old cozy favorite.

And, now to pumpkin: This spiced ginger nut pumpkin muffin will start your day off right.

Or, how about a pumpkin spice latte (a skinny kind).

And, if you're looking for a pumpkin-y fall-y cocktail- look no further: I present, the Falling Leaf Fizz.