Acorn Squash

A staple at the farm. Stores well, but best when the outer shell just starts to turn orange (usually about 6-8 weeks after harvest).

sweet, yellow-orange flesh that has a slightly nutty flavor

Though they’re botanically classified as a fruit, they’re considered a starchy vegetable and can be used similarly to other high-carb vegetables, such as potatoes, butternut squash, and sweet potatoes.