What is Delicata Squash?

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• Locally grown in Ohio
• Beloved for its delicate, edible skin
• Features a creamy, sweet yellow flesh
• Great source of potassium and dietary fiber
• Belongs to the same family as yellow summer squash and zucchini, although it is commonly categorized as a winter squash
• Extremely versatile, it can be stuffed and baked, steamed, roasted or sautéed
• To prepare, slice it in half and scoop out the seeds
• Seeds can be roasted, similarly to pumpkin seeds
• Can be stored for up to 3 months in a cool, dry place
• Avoid refrigeration