Squash
Zucchini Butter
Transform summer squash into this spectacular spread to put toward sandwiches, pastas, and more all season long.
By Kendra Vaculin
Steamed Vegetables With Miso-Ginger Dressing
This assertive dressing is the perfect complement to tender, delicate steamed vegetables.
By Sue Li
Miso Chicken and Squash Soup
The ideal sick-day soup, with a cozy broth and tiny pasta.
By Kendra Vaculin
Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake
This twist on burnt cheesecake integrates a can of pumpkin purée and a handful of warming spices—perfect for a holiday table or any chilly fall day.
By Kendra Vaculin
Maple-and-Bacon Fall Chopped Salad
This seasonal chopped salad features roasted squash, bacon, walnuts, hard-boiled eggs, cheddar, apple, and kale tossed in a sweet maple vinaigrette.
By Hana Asbrink
Tater Tot Hotdish
A fresh take on a Midwest staple, featuring homemade gravy and plenty of vegetables.
By Kelly Janke
Pumpkin Lasagna Roll-Ups
That can of pumpkin purée in your cabinet is for more than just pie.
By Inés Anguiano
Caldo de Res (Mexican Beef Soup)
Rich in flavor and packed with produce, this Mexican beef soup can easily be enjoyed year-round.
By Ellen Marie Bennett
Zucchini With Crispy Rice and Lime
Turn summer squash into a delightfully textural side dish inspired by Thai crispy rice salad—featuring a lime and fish sauce dressing and lots of fresh herbs.
By Kendra Vaculin
Actually-Crispy Zucchini Fries With Herby Yogurt Dip
These garlic-Parmesan-crusted wedges skip the deep-fryer without compromising on crunch.
By Nina Moskowitz
Manitou Stew With Dumplings
Part chowder, part fish pie, this delightful blend of smoked fish, butternut squash, rutabaga, and potatoes creates a flavorful stew.
By Abra Berens
Berbere Kabocha With Brown Butter Peanuts and Lime
Spoon this roasted, spiced squash on a swoosh of yogurt and you’ve got dinner.
By Rachel Gurjar
Kuri Squash With Salsa Verde and Boquerones
Nothing says “classy side dish” like anchovies draped over wedges of roasted squash and drizzled with a bright, herbaceous topping.
By Lane Harlan
Butternut Squash Coffee Cake
Butternut squash shows up canned pumpkin purée in this tasty fall-forward coffee cake with crisp streusel and a spiced sugar swirl.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Creamy Pumpkin Pasta
Transform a can of pumpkin purée into a near-instant pasta sauce that delivers major fall feels.
By Rachel Gurjar
Roasted Delicata Squash With Crispy Onions
Top caramelized delicata squash with juicy pomegranate seeds and spiced crispy onions for an easy holiday-worthy side.
By Rachel Gurjar
Triple Pumpkin Crumb Muffins
A PSL lover’s dream come true. Big, soft bakery-style pumpkin muffins with crunchy pumpkin seed streusel and lots of spice. Great with butter and coffee.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Grilled Squash With Nuoc Cham Chimichurri
Smoky, charred summer squash are doused in a savory chimichurri for a side you’ll want to make all summer long.
By Shuai Wang
Lemony Zucchini With Sour Cream and Dill
Giving chunky zucchini pieces a hard sear develops lots of texture and color while minimizing sogginess. The dilly sour cream provides a garlicky counterpart.
By Zaynab Issa