Squash is one of the most versatile veggies. You can mash it, puree it into creamy soup, stuff it, or dice it for roasting. But with so many varieties—there's summer squash, winter squash, and ...

Zucchini or squash blossoms are a vibrant yellow and green flower that forms from the fruiting portion of a summer squash or zucchini plant, explains Olivia Roszkowski, chef-instructor of Plant-Based ...

The cry goes out from over-ambitious gardeners every summer: "What can I do with all this zucchini?" If you've ever been such a gardener, or the unwitting recipient of a surprise stack of squash on ...

Does lactose increase absorption of calcium? What's the best way to safely cut squash? Carrie Dennett dives into these ...

Acorn squash is a treat straight from the garden! This veggie has a delicious buttery orange interior and is so easy to ...

Pomi is a staple in authentic Italian homes. Created in Parma in 1935, this brand of passata, or strained tomatoes, has been widely available in the United States for decades. I use it in my Hot and ...

Learn how to tell if butternut squash is bad, and how to choose, store, and freeze butternut squash for best freshness, taste, and quality.

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. If you ...