: an acorn-shaped dark green winter squash (Cucurbita pepo) with a ridged surface and mildly sweet yellow to orange flesh
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Examples of acorn squash in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebHere, acorn squash is served in a delicate tempura batter of rice flour, carbonated water and baking soda.—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 14 May 2024 Here, dark chocolate melds with cooked acorn squash.—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2024 This year’s new varieties include ‘Marmalade Skies,’ an orange tomato that resists blight and ‘Honey Bun’ acorn squash, a striking, variegated dumpling squash that resists powdery mildew.—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Jan. 2024 Unlike other winter squash varieties, the skin of acorn squash is tender and flavorful, so there's no need to peel this vegetable before roasting.—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2023 See all Example Sentences for acorn squash
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