Acorn Squash

Acorn Squash

When selecting Acorn squash, look for a uniform, dark green color, nice weight, and hard rinds.  This variety of hard squash is excellent when baked in its own shell and makes a beautiful presentation on the plate.  Acorn squash is saturated fat-free, and sodium and cholesterol free.  It is low in calories and has significant amounts of Vitamins A and C.
Classified as a "winter squash", they are available year-round.  All winter varieties are harvested at maturity.  As with all winter squash, look for weight in relation to size as the quality is much more difficult to determine.

Handling tips:  Never refrigerate any hard squash.  This will alter the flavor and cause the squash to deteriorate.  Display between 50 - 55 degrees and never mist.  Hard squash have a great shelf stability when handled properly.  Typically, 30 - 180 days shelf life on the product can be expected.

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