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How to Prep a Butternut Squash

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Recently, I praised butternut squash for its mild sweetness and versatility — but I was surprised when so many of you said you'd never prepared one before, or find it hard to work with. Since it'd be a bummer to miss out on this Fall vegetable at home (unless you can afford $400 for an automated butternut squash peeler!), I thought I'd help you out with instructions on how to prep it yourself. Here's a step-by-step lesson.

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    • To get started, you'll need a sturdy chef's knife, a Y-peeler, a sharp-edged spoon, a…
    • Create a flat surface by cutting off the bottom of the squash as well.
    • Set the butternut squash on its flat bottom, then carefully split the squash in half lengthwise.
    • Begin peeling the squash from top to bottom using the Y-peeler. Many people peel before cutting the…
    • Use a spoon to scoop out the stringy pulp and the seeds. Set aside.
    • After thoroughly scraping the inside of the squash, the center should be smooth, with no stringy…
    • Wash the seeds in a strainer, separating them from as much of the stringy flesh as possible.
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To get started, you'll need a sturdy chef's knife, a Y-peeler, a sharp-edged spoon, a…

To get started, you'll need a sturdy chef's knife, a Y-peeler, a sharp-edged spoon, a cutting board, and a strainer. Oh, and a butternut squash, of course. (Check out our selection tips.) Be sure to wash the butternut squash. Then begin by cutting off the top of the squash, where the stem stump will be.

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