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updated Nov 10, 2025
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I grew up thinking the only way to eat butternut squash was to mash it with lots of butter, milk, and brown sugar. Although that’s a delicious way to enjoy it (it’s still one of my favorites!), I’ve learned there are many more possibilities when it comes to preparing this vegetable. You can add butternut squash to creamy risotto, blend it into soup, or turn it into fritters. But before we get into to the recipes, here’s how to cut butternut squash and how to roast butternut squash to get you started.
From creamy soups and easy side dishes to hearty main dishes, here are 35 delicious butternut squash recipes to make all fall long.
In This Article
- Butternut Squash Main Dishes
- Butternut Squash Soups and Stews
- Butternut Squash Side Dishes and Salads
Butternut Squash Main Dishes
Of course, turning it into the main event is never a bad idea, either — especially when it’s risotto, ravioli, and beyond.
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Butternut Squash Soups and Stews
A steaming pot of butternut squash soup or stew is the epitome of fall comfort. What’s great is most versions freeze well, too, so you can make a double batch for the future.
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This recipe is a lot like one of those choose-your-own-adventure books. Choose chicken stock for your liquid and the soup will have a rich, deep taste. Throw in a handful of zucchini and a quart of green beans and you’ve made a late-summer bowl. Or go for cubed butternut squash and hearty kale and the soup becomes a steaming fall stew.
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Butternut Squash Side Dishes and Salads
No matter how it’s prepared, sweet and tender butternut squash is the ideal seasonal side dish for roast chicken, pork chops, and more.
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