A Harvest Of Squash RecipesTo “Fall” For (NAPSA)—Fall markets are awash in squash! With so many to choose from, it’s easy to get con- fused. Michelle McAdoo, contribu- tor to food & family magazine, has demystified the many varieties and put the sweet butternut on center stage. Butternut Squash Tips Choose squash that’s heavy for its size with no blemishes or moldy spots. Check the stem end for signs of rotting. To prepare, chop off either end of butternut squash and peel with knife. Slice in half to re- move seeds and cut as desired. Squash can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the fridge. Store whole squashin a cool, dark place for up to a month. Celebrate autumn with two different squash suppers. PORK AND SQUASH DINNER a Butternut squash can be a delicious—and hearty—part of your seasonal harvest. One delectable way to prepare it is as a part of this rich and savory Roasted Vegetable Stew. 4 pork chops 1 cup shredded red cabbage 1 butternut squash,cut into thin wedges % cup sweet and tangy Frenchstyle dressing 2 apples, chopped % cup orangejuice 2 Tbsp. fresh ginger ROASTED VEGETABLE STEW COOKpork chops, cabbage and squash with % cup dressing in a large skillet for 15 min. or until squashis tender. ADD apples, remaining % cup dressing, orange juice and ginger. Simmer5 min. pers, onion and squash in a large baking dish. MIX dressing and tomato sauce; pouroverdish. 6 Italian sausages, chopped 1 onion,sliced 4 cups cubed butternut squash 1 cup creamy Caesar dressing 1 cup tomato sauce COMBINE sausages, pep- BAKEat 400F for 45 min- utes or until vegetables are tender. Decorating Tips In addition to these great fall recipes, you can bring the harvest to your table by creating an earthy centerpiece: * Decorate tiered cake plates with gourds and leaves. Collect fall leaves for place cards and write your guests’ names on them with a metallic marker. * Carve out a selection of mini gourds and set a tea light inside each for gentle illumination. If you’d like to receive a free copy of food & family magazine, visit foodandfamily.com/magazine. Editor’s Note: For more information on food & family magazine or to view past issues, please visit www.foodandfamily.com or call 1-800-521-4403.
