Squash varieties
#293310 - 12/12/06 12:23 PM
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Jordy
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Can anyone put into words what the taste difference is between acorn squash and butternut squash? I don't know which to cook for Christmas. Never had acorn squash.
what kind of a pan do you bake it in? Glass or a non-stick cake pan???
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It's been a long time since I've had acorn squash... honestly, I think the difference is more in texture. I think butternut is a drier, starchier squash.
I've done both kinds of pans, and there didn't seem to be any difference. What I do for baked squash is cut them in half lengthwise and get the seeds out, then bake them cut-side DOWN until they're almost done. Then I flip them so they brown up a little, and sprinkle them with brown sugar if I'm going to. Mmmm, squash.
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Thanks. Which kind did you prefer? They have the same taste...just different texture?
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I prefer the butternut. I definitely think it's because of the texture which is drier, firmer. It's actually very similar to that of sweet potatoes, but not as dry. I bake mine on a cookie sheet, cut-side down, as well and season afterwards. I tend to prefer spicier flavours/Asian flavours & more savory flavours.
Also, I like that butternut squashes are very easy to peel/cut if that is your preference.
When I make it for others, though, I find that a tamari/real maple syrup/lime juice seasoning goes over well.
Kate, IBS-D.
Edited by Wind (12/13/06 10:48 AM)
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