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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, sautéing, 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 Butternut’s flavor as, “smooth as butter and sweet as a nut.” 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 1930’s 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, sautéing, 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 Butternut’s flavor as, “smooth as butter and sweet as a nut.” 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 1930’s 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.
| Pantai Inn | La Jolla CA | 858-224-7600 |
| Neighborhood Burger | San Diego CA | 619-446-0002 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| Westin Gaslamp Quarter | San Diego CA | 619-239-2200 |
| The Craftsman New American Tavern | Encinitas CA | 760-415-2380 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| Buona Forchetta (Liberty Station) | San Diego CA | 619-458-9231 |
| Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
| Pacific Beach Ale House | San Diego CA | 858-581-2337 |
| Clara Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 760-470-9143 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| The Patio on Goldfinch (Mission Hills) | San Diego CA | 619-501-5090 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| WaterBar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| El Jardin Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-356-5444 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2970 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Dija Mara | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5376 |
| Barbusa | San Diego CA | 619-297-6333 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Urge American Gastropub - RB | San Diego CA | 858-673-8743 |
| Four Points Sheraton-SeaWorld | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| West Steak and Seafood | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-9100 |
| SIE Culinary Management | San Diego CA | 858-964-8677 |
| The Patio on Lamont | San Diego CA | 619-235-5606 |
| Bernini's Bistro | La Jolla CA | 858-454-5013 |
| Bagby Beer Company | Oceanside CA | 760-505-3445 |
| UCSD Faculty Club | La Jolla CA | 858-246-2638 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| The Patio Marketplace | San Diego CA | 858-270-9900 |
| Sorority Cuisine - SAE | San Diego CA | 310-402-6195 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| The Joint | San Diego CA | 619-222-8272 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Quality Coast Inc | San Diego CA | 619-443-9192 |
| Paradise Point Resort Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Blue Point / Coastal Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-233-6623 |
| Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-450-4786 |
| Qero | Encinitas CA | 760-753-9050 |
| Drew Canole (friends) | San Diego CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Sheldons Service Station | La Mesa CA | 619-741-8577 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Samaya Boat | San Diego CA | |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Decoy Dockside Restaurant | San Marcos CA | 760-653-3230 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| The Patio On 101 | Encinitas CA | 858-270-9900 |
| Solace & the Moonlight Lounge | Encinitas CA | 760-753-2433 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Hyatt Islandia | San Diego CA | 619-224-1234 |
| Culinary Concepts | San Diego CA | 858-530-1885 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Aztec Shop Catering | San Diego CA | 619 594-3576 |
| Urban Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Ulivo | San Diego CA | 619-962-7345 |
| San Diego Culinary Institute Inc. | La Mesa CA | 619-644-2100 |
| Seasalt | Del Mar CA | 858-755-7100 |
| Bobs Specialty Meats | Escondido CA | 760-839-6850 |
| Maretalia Ristorante | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center | National City CA | 619-434-4281 |
| Leichtag Foundation | Encinitas CA | 760-230-6772 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-436-5236 |
| Catering By Felicia G. | San Diego CA | 619-742-4747 |
| Civico 1845 | San Diego CA | 619-300-4810 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Brigantine Imperial Beach | Imperial Beach CA | 619-591-1350 |
| Trattoria I Trulli | Encinitas CA | 760-943-6800 |
| The Clean & Colorful Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-775-9005 |
| Rustic Root (5th & J) | San Diego | 619-232-1747 |
| Ki's Kitchen Commissary | VISTA CA | 760-438-8606 |
| Maderas Golf Club | Poway CA | 858-451-8100 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-471-0083 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Fifty-Two East | Santee CA | 6193340752 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
| Monello | San Diego CA | 619-501-0030 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| Miho Gastrotruck Delivery | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Viewpoint Brewing Co. | Del Mar CA | 858-205-9835 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| Great Maple | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (Distribution Center) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
| Mission Ave Bar and Grill | Oceanside CA | 760-637-2222 |
| Fireside by The Patio | San Diego CA | 858-270-9900 |
| Iron Pig Alehouse | San Diego CA | 619-885-3718 |
| Eco Catering Grill | San Diego CA | 619-997-8792 |
| FaVe Tacos | San Diego CA | 858-888-2361 |
| Toast Catering | san diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Eve-Creations Wellness | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2560 |
| California Center for the Arts | Escondido CA | 760-839-4107 |
| Casa de las Campanas Sur | San Diego CA | 858 376 1522 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Bishop School | San Diego CA | 858-459-4021 x212 |
| Prepkitchen La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-875-7737 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 858-699-4129 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Pascucci Pasta | San Diego CA | 619-285-8000 |
| Gamma Phi Beta | San Diego CA | 310-634-2371 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Handlery Hotel & Resort | San Diego CA | 619-298-0511 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Marriott Marquis North Tower | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 |
| Counterpoint | San Diego CA | 619-564-6722 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Tender Greens-Mission Valley | San Diego CA | 310-954-1415 |
| The Lion Share | San Diego CA | 619-564-6924 |
| Olive Tree Marketplace | San Diego CA | 619-224-0443 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Brigantine Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2871 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| The Honeybee Baking | San Diego CA | 619-727-7637 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Ballast Point Brewing - Temecula | Temecula CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Residence Inn Downtown Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-487-1200 |
| Surf Side Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
| Tommy V's | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-1949 |
| Peak Fitness Meals San Diego | San Diego CA | 303-912-7440 |
| Vineyard Gourmet Catering | Temecula CA | 951-858-1585 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 619-281-4014 |
| Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery | San Diego CA | 858-551-5105 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| Two Seven Eight | San Diego CA | 619-278-0080 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Farmers Bottega | San Diego CA | 619-458-9929 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| Galaxy Taco | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 619-291-1220 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-702-6373 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 858-273-8440 |
| Red Door Friends | San Diego CA | 619-295-6000 |
| Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-640-0494 |
| Cirque Du Soleil America Inc. | Las Vegas NV | 702-513-2146 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| The Wooden Spoon | Escondido CA | 760-445-2816 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Seasons of La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-456-8619 |
| Luce | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| insideOUT | San Diego CA | 619-793-9221 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad - 7 Mile | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Ketch Grill and Taps | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| MCRD-Marine Corps Recruit Dept | San Diego CA | 619-725-6478 |
| TBR & Mason Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-609-9245 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo | San Diego CA | 858-451-9100 |
| Brigantine Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-4166 |
| The Barrel Room | San Diego CA | 858-673-7512 |
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Farm Runners
Near Hotchkiss, Colorado, United States About 110 days ago, 1/04/19 
Walmart Supercenter
Wisconsin, United StatesAbout 242 days ago, 8/25/18 Sharer's comments : Butternut Squash spotted at Walmart Supercenter. Mexico Grown new world oamaru Otago, New Zealand About 415 days ago, 3/05/18 Sharer's comments : Butternut Squash spotted at new world oamaru. Real Food Market & Deli Near Helena, Montana, United States About 435 days ago, 2/13/18 
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Peter Schaner
Near Vista, California, United StatesSchaner Family Farms 30819 Mesa Crest Road, Valley Center 92082 760-749-9376 About 473 days ago, 1/06/18 Sharer's comments : Butternut Squash spotted at Vista Farmers Market. 
Marketplace Foods
Wisconsin, United StatesAbout 491 days ago, 12/19/17 Sharer's comments : Butternut Squash spotted at Marketplace Foods. First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States About 552 days ago, 10/19/17 Sharer's comments : Butternut Squash spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op. First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States About 569 days ago, 10/02/17 Sharer's comments : Butternut Squash spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op. |
