A Guide to Fall Squash (and the Best Ways to Cook Each One)

Walk into any grocery store, or better yet, your local farmers’ market this time of year, and you’ll likely see bins overflowing with seasonal squash in dozens of colors, shapes, and sizes.

Knowing the different types of squash can help you choose the right one; some excel in savory dishes, such as soups and casseroles, while others are better suited for sweeter recipes. Try thin-skinned delicata roasted with pomegranates and pecans, spaghetti squash with a hearty winter green pesto, or velvety acorn squash in a creamy soup.

Technically, both winter and summer squash are botanically classified as a fruit as they contain seeds, but they are often used as vegetables in cooking. And, unlike summer squash, winter squash can usually be stored for months, thanks to their thick, protective ri