It has a bulbous end, an elongated neck, and grows to be about a foot long. The dark green acorn squash is roughly acorn shaped and has deep ridges running from stem to tip. It may be found in single-serving sizes, and this makes it particularly well suited to preparations, like baking and stuffing, which call for the squash to be served in its shell. When steamed, spaghetti squash separates into strands that resemble short lengths of pasta. It still tastes like winter squash though, and the strands arent as dense as real pasta, so it should be paired with delicate sauces.
Spaghetti squash looks like a yellow, slightly oblong, melon.
Botanically speaking, pumpkins are summer squashes. They belong to the same species as zucchini. Winter squash is good steamed, baked, sauteed, and stewed. They make delicious soups, pureed until smooth, or hearty and chunky. Maple syrup, brown sugar, and apples are common flavorings, as are more savory options like onions and garlic.