Broasted Squash Seeds

 This is the perfect time of the year for squash.

You don’t have to throw out the seeds, you can roast them.

2 c. squash seeds

1/8 c. oil

1/4- 1/2 tsp. each: salt, pepper

1/2 tsp. granulated garlic

Cut squash in half and scoop out seeds with a clean spoon. 

Place seeds in colander and rinse off.

Let drain in colander for 1 hr. 

Preheat oven to 350 F. 

In mixing bowl combine seeds, oil. 

Mix well to coat seeds.

Spread seeds on baking sheet evenly.

 Sprinkle salt, parsley, garlic on seeds on both sides of seeds.

Place seeds in oven and broast for 30 - 40 min. or until done.

Serves 4.

Fall Noodles ™

This is a very simple recipe for winter squash. 

I've used fresh squash but you could also use pre cut instead.

Enjoy. 


1 package (12 oz) egg noodles  
1 c. chopped onion
2 - 3 c. chopped squash
1/8 tsp. each: nutmeg, dried oregano, pepper, salt 
1/4 c. pine nuts (optional)
2 - 3 T. olive oil


Cook noodles according to package instructions.


Peel squash with a vegetable peeler, and clean out seeds. 

Peel, rinse onion.

Cut onions and squash into chunks.


Heat pan over medium high heat. Reduce heat to medium, add oil. 

Add onion, squash, black pepper, salt, nutmeg and oregano to pan.

 Stir occasionally and cook for 8 - 12 min. or until done.

 Towards end of cooking, add pine nuts. 


Drain pasta and toss with squash mixture. 

You can drizzle more olive oil if needed over pasta.


Serves 4.

Speedy Squash ™

This is a very quick recipe for winter squash that can be prepared in the microwave.

I used acorn squash and brown sugar for this recipe. Feel free to experiment with your favorite squash and favorite sugar.

1 squash (I used acorn)
2- 3 T butter (cut into pieces)
2 tsp sugar
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

Cut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Cut squash into 4ths and place into microwave safe dish. I use a glass pie pan.

Top squash with butter pieces and sprinkle with sugar and pepper. Microwave for 10 minutes or until done. Sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.

Serves 4