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Exploring in and around LISTOWEL, NEWTON & MILLBANK
Take a Hike
‘Tis winter and I’m sure you know,
I’ll not go hiking in the snow.
Go if you must. Be brave. Be bold.
I’ll not go there. ‘Tis freakin’ cold.
You can walk, or you can ski.
Do what you must, don’t bother me.
I will not tread, I will not go,
a walking through the freakin’ snow.
Don’t preach of ‘rosy cheeks’ I’d get.
Or benefits, of being fit.
For you’ll get some advice from me,
on where to place, your pole and ski.
So don’t ask me to to come along.
To hike in this is surely wrong.
Guess I’ll stay fat. I’ll not be fit.
‘Cause I don’t like snow, NOT ONE BIT...
by Joanne vanDam
CURBSIDE
PICKUP
AVAILABLE
Locally Grown
Autumn Squash
(aka: Winter Squash)
Winter squash differs from our summer varieties
(such as zucchini) as they are harvested only after they
have fully matured. Their hard outer shells allow for
a much longer storage time and protect their sweet
and delicious inner flesh. You’ll find them in abundance
at your local markets, in family gardens and our friendly
roadside stands. Beautiful and enticing inside and out,
these usually include Spaghetti, Hubbard, Calabaza, Delicate,
Butternut, Acorn, Buttercup, Turban and Sweet Dumpling.
Winter Squash Soup
3 cups peeled and cubed winter squash
(Hubbard, Acorn or Butternut)
10 ounces chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
Winter Squash Thoughts
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LOCAL
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
Sour cream (for topping)
Fresh thyme springs for garnish, if
desired
In a large saucepan, combine broth, squash, onion, water, ginger, curry, salt and
thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 10 minutes, or
until squash is tender. Mash squash and stir. Ladle into bowls and garnish with a
dollop of sour cream and serve. Makes 4 delicious servings.
• Nutrition-wise, winter squash contain a great portion of soluble fiber, rich in
beta-carotene, potassium, lutein, vitamins A, B6, C. It’s a good source of iron,
riboflavin(B2), thiamine & magnesium.
• Winter squash is a good choice for longer storage because the hard skin
protects the flesh. To prevent spoilage, leave part of stem attached. You can store
in a cool, dark place for about a month.
• Choose squash that’s heavy for its size with no blemishes or moldy spots. Check
the stem-end for signs of rotting.
• Acorn and Spaghetti squash are extremely difficult to peel raw. Try slicing the
squash in half and remove the seeds. Roast the halves face-down until tender and
soft. The flesh will be ready for scooping for your recipes.
• Hubbard squash can be carved like a pumpkin. Cut a circle around the stock
and remove seeds. Following the grooves, cut into sections. This will allow for
easy peeling and the flesh can be prepped by roasting, grilling or boiling.
• To prepare Butternut squash, chop off either end of squash and peel. Slice in
half to remove seeds and cut as desired. Squash can be prepared a day in advance
and stored in a covered dish in the fridge.
• Squash can be roasted. Leave skin on as it will come off much easier after
cooking. Roast with a bit of butter, cinnamon and applesauce. You can then mash
or cut into cubes and add to your rice and pasta dishes, or purée for soups. Diced
butternut squash is delightful when added to soups, stews and chili.
• Shredding winter squash and adding it to your pancake batter adds a varied
taste dimension and ramps up nutrition content.
• Purée winter squash and freshly grated parmesan cheese to serve over pasta.
Soooo good.
• Grilling is a fun option. Place cubed squash on skewers. Coat with honey, ginger,
grill to perfection.
• For a sweet presentation, utilize the squash shell as an edible bowl.
• To stabilize stuffed squash shells in the oven during baking time (you don’t want
them to tip and spill any of that delicious filling). Crumple up aluminum foil and
place around squash boats. That’ll do it and it may ease in clean up too.
• COOKING A FEW WINTER SQUASH (for an immediate recipe & later use): In a
large roaster, place squash (halved & seeded) cut side down. Add 2 to 3 cups of
water. Cover and bake in a 350 degree F oven for 1 hour, or until tender. When
baked, the peel should easily pull away from squash flesh. It’s ready to mash and
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serve or save.
• SQUASH Rec’d BAKE October RECIPE: 2021 In a 13 x 9 inch baking dish combine Butternut squash
flesh cut into 1/2-inch chunks, 1 red onion (halved and thinly sliced), 1 1/3 cup
frozen corn kernels (thawed) and 2 ¼ teaspoon extra virgin olive oil. Bake for 45
minutes in a preheated 400 degree F oven, or until squash is tender (be sure to
stir half-way through cooking time). Top with 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
cheese and return to the oven for 5 or so minutes, until cheese is melted and a
lovely golden colour. Enjoy!
• WINTER SQUASH CHUTNEY: Combine chunks of winter squash, raisins, diced
red pepper, sugar and spices and cook until tender. Deliciously accompanies your
meat and poultry dishes.
• SQUASH PIE FILLING: Many winter squash varieties can be used as
you would when making a pumpkin pie. All that’s needed is the flavour
enhancing spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger or
cloves. You can have some fun with this one.
• SEASONING & SERVING SQUASH (your way):
Cook your selected winter squash until tender.
Toss in a bit of olive oil or butter and add any
of these seasonings: Honey and sage;
honey, ginger and cinnamon; cinnamon,
nutmeg and maple syrup; brown
sugar; curry powder or
cilantro and diced
jalapeño peppers.
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FALL/WINTER
2023-2024