Squashes are a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, also known as the gourd family, along with cucumbers, summer squash (pattypan, zucchini), and watermelon. Originally, squashes were cultivated for the consumption of their seeds only, as they had minimal, bitter-tasting flesh; over time, fleshier, fruitier varieties were developed. Check the Harvest of the Month website for details and delicious recipes for this beloved New England vegetable: http://www.vermontharvestofthemonth.org/december–winter-squash.html.
December Harvest of the Month: Winter Squash
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