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Butternut squash is medium to large in size and has a bell-like shape with a long neck attached to a bulbous end. The smooth skin is very thin, light tan, firm, and is connected to a light brown, rough stem. The long neck of the Butternut squash contains a solid orange, dense, and moist flesh and in the bulbous end, there is a small hollow seed cavity with stringy pulp and a few flat, cream-colored seeds. When cooked, the flesh of the Butternut squash becomes tender and offers a mild squash flavor with sweet and nutty nuances.
Butternut squash is available year-round, with peak season in the fall through winter.
Butternut squash, botanically classified as Cucurbita moschata, is a winter squash that grows on a trailing vine and is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family along with gourds and pumpkins. A relatively new variety, the Butternut squash we know today is the result of years of crookneck squash breeding to produce a variety with a more compact size, straight-necked trait, and stackable capabilities. Butternut squash is one of the most popular modern varieties on the market today and is valued for its thin, edible skin, dense flesh, and small seed cavity that produces little waste in cooking. It is also classified as a fruit but is commonly prepared as a vegetable and can be used in a wide variety of culinary applications.
Butternut squash provides vitamins A, C, and E, manganese, potassium, iron, soluble fiber, and magnesium. Deep orange colored squashes such as the Butternut are also rich in beta-carotene.
Butternut squash is best suited for cooked applications such as roasting, toasting, steaming, sautƩing, baking, braising, and grilling. It can be sliced into rounds, wedges, or cubes and added to curries, chili, soups, stews, risotto, a filling for tacos, enchiladas, empanadas, and ravioli. It can also be diced and used in lieu of potatoes in a hash or served atop pizza and flatbread. Butternut squash can be used in baked goods such as pies, bread, and muffins. The seeds of the squash are also popularly roasted, salted, and consumed as a snack food similar to pumpkin seeds. Butternut squash pairs well with sage, thyme, bay leaf, apple, cinnamon, pear, shallots, pecans, butter, cream, feta cheese, ground beef, sausage, and bacon. It will keep 1-2 months when stored in a cool, dark, and dry place.
Initially, straight neck winter squashes were not a preferred variety, and the lengthy, curvy winter crooknecks were the squash of choice. As the commercial shipping and distribution of squash in bulk increased in demand, the need for winter squash that was stackable and compact grew and inspired the development of modern Butternut varieties. This squash is also known for its thin skin, small seed cavity, and dense flesh which gives it the largest amount of flesh per dollar. The name of the original Butternut squash is believed to have come from the squash creator, Charles A. Leggett, who described the Butternutās flavor as, āsmooth as butter and sweet as a nut.ā Today the farmland in Massachusetts where the original Butternut squash was developed is now a golf course aptly named, Butternut Farm Golf Club.
Early Butternut squashes were believed to have originated in the United States in the 1930ās as a natural outcrossing or mutation of the Canadian crookneck squash. These early Butternuts were problematic as the plants were not dependable in providing consistent production of straight necked squashes. As demand for compact, straight-necked squash increased and bulky crooknecks fell out of fashion, plant breeders worked hard to breed out these inconsistencies. One of the earliest known dependable Butternut varieties was believed to have been created by amateur breeder Charles A. Leggett around 1940, and after much experimentation in the garden, Leggett brought his squash to the Waltham Agricultural Experiment field station where the Waltham family helped to popularize his Butternut squash. Credit for the creation of this early Butternut variety is also given to Professor Robert E. Young of the Massachusetts College of Agriculture, who worked with the original squash from Leggett to create what would come to be known as the Waltham Butternut squash. Today Butternut squash is widely available in grocers and farmers markets in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.
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Description/Taste
Butternut squash is medium to large in size and has a bell-like shape with a long neck attached to a bulbous end. The smooth skin is very thin, light tan, firm, and is connected to a light brown, rough stem. The long neck of the Butternut squash contains a solid orange, dense, and moist flesh and in the bulbous end, there is a small hollow seed cavity with stringy pulp and a few flat, cream-colored seeds. When cooked, the flesh of the Butternut squash becomes tender and offers a mild squash flavor with sweet and nutty nuances.
Seasons/Availability
Butternut squash is available year-round, with peak season in the fall through winter.
Current Facts
Butternut squash, botanically classified as Cucurbita moschata, is a winter squash that grows on a trailing vine and is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family along with gourds and pumpkins. A relatively new variety, the Butternut squash we know today is the result of years of crookneck squash breeding to produce a variety with a more compact size, straight-necked trait, and stackable capabilities. Butternut squash is one of the most popular modern varieties on the market today and is valued for its thin, edible skin, dense flesh, and small seed cavity that produces little waste in cooking. It is also classified as a fruit but is commonly prepared as a vegetable and can be used in a wide variety of culinary applications.
Nutritional Value
Butternut squash provides vitamins A, C, and E, manganese, potassium, iron, soluble fiber, and magnesium. Deep orange colored squashes such as the Butternut are also rich in beta-carotene.
Applications
Butternut squash is best suited for cooked applications such as roasting, toasting, steaming, sautƩing, baking, braising, and grilling. It can be sliced into rounds, wedges, or cubes and added to curries, chili, soups, stews, risotto, a filling for tacos, enchiladas, empanadas, and ravioli. It can also be diced and used in lieu of potatoes in a hash or served atop pizza and flatbread. Butternut squash can be used in baked goods such as pies, bread, and muffins. The seeds of the squash are also popularly roasted, salted, and consumed as a snack food similar to pumpkin seeds. Butternut squash pairs well with sage, thyme, bay leaf, apple, cinnamon, pear, shallots, pecans, butter, cream, feta cheese, ground beef, sausage, and bacon. It will keep 1-2 months when stored in a cool, dark, and dry place.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Initially, straight neck winter squashes were not a preferred variety, and the lengthy, curvy winter crooknecks were the squash of choice. As the commercial shipping and distribution of squash in bulk increased in demand, the need for winter squash that was stackable and compact grew and inspired the development of modern Butternut varieties. This squash is also known for its thin skin, small seed cavity, and dense flesh which gives it the largest amount of flesh per dollar. The name of the original Butternut squash is believed to have come from the squash creator, Charles A. Leggett, who described the Butternutās flavor as, āsmooth as butter and sweet as a nut.ā Today the farmland in Massachusetts where the original Butternut squash was developed is now a golf course aptly named, Butternut Farm Golf Club.
Geography/History
Early Butternut squashes were believed to have originated in the United States in the 1930ās as a natural outcrossing or mutation of the Canadian crookneck squash. These early Butternuts were problematic as the plants were not dependable in providing consistent production of straight necked squashes. As demand for compact, straight-necked squash increased and bulky crooknecks fell out of fashion, plant breeders worked hard to breed out these inconsistencies. One of the earliest known dependable Butternut varieties was believed to have been created by amateur breeder Charles A. Leggett around 1940, and after much experimentation in the garden, Leggett brought his squash to the Waltham Agricultural Experiment field station where the Waltham family helped to popularize his Butternut squash. Credit for the creation of this early Butternut variety is also given to Professor Robert E. Young of the Massachusetts College of Agriculture, who worked with the original squash from Leggett to create what would come to be known as the Waltham Butternut squash. Today Butternut squash is widely available in grocers and farmers markets in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad - 7 Mile | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-471-0083 |
| Monteferante Foods | Vista CA | 310-740-0194 |
| Brigantine Escondido | Escondido CA | 760-743-4718 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery | San Diego CA | 858-551-5105 |
| The Market by Buon Appetito | San Diego CA | 619-237-1335 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-222-8787 |
| Monello | San Diego CA | 619-501-0030 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Kappa Alpha Theta | San Diego CA | 619-339-1924 |
| Brigantine Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2871 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| The Craftsman New American Tavern | Encinitas CA | 760-415-2380 |
| Vi At La Jolla Village | San Diego CA | 858-646-7700 |
| Farm Fresh Meals | Vista CA | 760-707-2383 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Catering By Felicia G. | San Diego CA | 619-742-4747 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Westin Gaslamp Quarter | San Diego CA | 619-239-2200 |
| Monarch School | San Diego CA | 619-651-6604 |
| Buona Forchetta (Liberty Station) | San Diego CA | 619-458-9231 |
| Brigantine Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-4166 |
| The Original 40 Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-206-4725 |
| The Clean & Colorful Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-775-9005 |
| Isola Pizza Bar | San Diego CA | 619-255-4230 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| Brigantine Corp | San Diego CA | 858-926-9644 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Marriott Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-3000 x6335 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Pantai Inn | La Jolla CA | 858-224-7600 |
| Pannikin La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-5453 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-973-9345 |
| Cesarina | San Diego CA | 619-226-6222 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Toast Catering | san diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| Mangia Mangia | CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Civico 1845 | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| Legoland Castle | Carlsbad CA | 760-444-5601 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Maderas Golf Club | Poway CA | 858-451-8100 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| The Joint | San Diego CA | 619-222-8272 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Curated Leu | Encinitas CA | |
| Crab Catcher La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-454-9587 |
| Et VoilĆ ! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-209-7759 |
| Counterpoint | San Diego CA | 619-564-6722 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Noble House Hotels & Resorts | San Diego CA | 619-276-4010 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-450-4786 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2970 |
| Marriott Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-696-0234 x6051 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 619-291-1220 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| The Lion Share | San Diego CA | 619-564-6924 |
| Blade 1936 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-1456 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Leichtag Foundation | Encinitas CA | 760-230-6772 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| Victoria Mahdion | San Diego CA | 619-987-3304 |
| Ketch Grill and Taps | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| Quality Coast Inc | San Diego CA | 619-443-9192 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| Eve-Creations Wellness | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2560 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Bagby Beer Company | Oceanside CA | 760-505-3445 |
| Decoy Dockside Restaurant | San Marcos CA | 760-653-3230 |
| Volcano Rabbit | San Diego CA | 619-232-8226 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Reata Glen | Mission Viejo CA | 949-545-2250 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Vue | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Hotel Palomar-Salt Box | San Diego CA | 619-515-3003 |
| San Diego Core Fitness | San Diego CA | 858-386-3145 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| California Center for the Arts | Escondido CA | 760-839-4107 |
| Soda & Swine Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-501-9989 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| Bishop School | San Diego CA | 858-459-4021 x212 |
| Pacific Social | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 |
| The Guild Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-373-3184 |
| Cueva Bar | San Diego CA | 619-269-6612 |
| Eve Oceanside | Oceanside CA | 760-231-1052 |
| Lofty Cafe-Roasting Works | Encinitas CA | 760-230-6747 ex. 2 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Zeca Trading Co. | San Diego CA | 619-410-1576 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Olive Tree Marketplace | San Diego CA | 619-224-0443 |
| Black Raill Kitchen + Bar | Carlsbad CA | 619-454-9182 |
| Bernini's Bistro | La Jolla CA | 858-454-5013 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-436-5236 |
| Miho Faculty Club | La Jolla CA | 619-323-2866 |
| The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| FaVe Tacos | San Diego CA | 858-888-2361 |
| The Patio on Lamont | San Diego CA | 619-235-5606 |
| Buon Appetito | San Diego CA | 619-238-9880 |
| Leucadia Pizza Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-942-2222 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Knotty Barrel- Rancho | San Diego CA | 858-484-8758 |
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Super Indo Cinere
Near Ciputat, Banten, IndonesiaAbout 93 days ago, 12/29/19 Sharer's comments : pumpkin butternut di superindo cinere 
Trader Joe's
Trader Joe's
Near La Jolla, California, United States1640 Garnet Ave San Diego Ca 92109 1-858-581-9101 About 176 days ago, 10/06/19 
99 Ranch Market
Near Pulo, Jakarta, IndonesiaAbout 185 days ago, 9/27/19 Sharer's comments : labu butternut di ranch market jakarta selatan 
4 Seasons Bio - Organic Food Market
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Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceNikis 30 About 206 days ago, 9/07/19 Sharer's comments : Butternuts š¬š· 
Central market of Athens -Greece
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 287 days ago, 6/18/19 Sharer's comments : Pumpkin š 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 341 days ago, 4/25/19 Sharer's comments : Locally grown squash š Farm Runners Near Hotchkiss, Colorado, United States About 451 days ago, 1/04/19 
Walmart Supercenter
Wisconsin, United StatesAbout 584 days ago, 8/25/18 Sharer's comments : Butternut Squash spotted at Walmart Supercenter. Mexico Grown |
