Winter squashes have a hard outer shell and generally have a firm inner core with many seeds. Although some winter squashes are available year around. But the winter squashes are most flavorful from early fall through winter and at a better price. The most common varieties are SPAGHETTI, BANANA, BUTTERNUT, HUBBARD, PUMPKIN, ACORN,GOLDEN ACORN, TURBAN, KABOCHA, DELICATA, and SWEET DUMPLING. When picking a winter squash look for a heavy, hard-skinned squash with no blemishes or bruises. Skin color varies considerably according to variety, from the creamy tanish-orange of butternut squash to the grayish-blue of some kabocha squash. Flesh color can be brilliant deep orange or various shade of yellow or green.
