18 Amazing Acorn Squash Recipes Sure to Satisfy

In Season: Acorn squash is at its peak in the fall, from early October through December, though many supermarkets carry it year-round.

What to Look For: With its ridged, dark-green skin, sweet yellow-orange flesh, and handy size, acorn squash is one of the most popular winter squashes. Choose acorn squash that is heavy for its size, with a hard skin free of blemishes.

How to Store: The squash's sturdy exterior allows it to be stored at room temperature for up to one month, or longer if kept in a cool, dark place.

How to Prep: Remove the seeds but enjoy the skin, which is edible and tender when cooked.

Break out of your green salad rut with this lively number.

This elegant glazed acorn squash couldn't be easier. Simply slice the squash, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and brown sugar, then roast until tender.

Acorn squash is baked or steamed, then pureed with butter, salt, and a sprinkle of nutmeg. Use this puree in soups, sauces, and anywhere you would use pumpkin.

This main-course-worthy dish is a real looker -- and it's substantial too: quinoa is a complete protein. If you're serving vegans, swap the feta for some nutritional yeast, which has a mild nutty, cheesy flavor.

The smooth texture of acorn squash gives this pureed soup its character. Adding just a little bit of half-and-half and butter makes it extra-creamy.

Sweet, mellow acorn squash gets zing from horseradish and Granny Smith apples. This soup is also delicious when made with roasted beets or carrots in place of the squash.

Acorn squash is halved and roasted with butter and brown sugar in this classic fall side dish. This is one vegetable that kids love!

A hot oven and chili powder turn up the heat on sweet wedges of acorn squash. Leave the skin intact; once roasted, it becomes soft and tasty.