butternut squash

Squash and Chickpea Stew

The orange colour of squash signals beta carotene, a plant pigment that's a potent disease-fighter. And this squash and chickpea stew is a meatless one, so the total fat content is minimal. Like all good stews, this is a fine make-ahead recipe.

Butternut Squash Gratin

Hiding inside a butternut squash's skin is dense, mildly sweet orange flesh that's an excellent source of disease-battling beta carotene....