How to freeze acorn squash from the garden

How to freeze acorn squash from the garden?

To freeze acorn squash remove the seeds and any excess fibers or stringy threads remaining on the squash. Cut your squash into cubes and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Freeze until solid, about two to three hours. Once frozen, transfer the squash cubes to an airtight container and return to the freezer.

How to store acorn squash?

To preserve your acorn squash, place the cubes in a zip-top bag and freeze them for up to three months. You can also freeze the seeds and puree the squash to make a creamy, delicious treat any time of year. To thaw, simply let the squash cubes or puree sit in the refrigerator overnight.

How to freeze acorn squash seeds?

Squash seeds can be frozen as soon as they are harvested. Doing so will allow you to delay planting until the weather warms up again. However, you will need to process the seeds differently than you would other types of squash. When freezing acorn squash seeds, you can either freeze them in the shell or remove the seeds from the shell first. If you decide to freeze them in the shell, you will need to crack open the husk and remove the seeds. To do this, simply

How to freeze squash seeds?

Squash seeds are often best eaten fresh, but you can also freeze them if you’re planning to try your hand at growing squash. Squash seeds can be frozen whole or blended into butter. You can also roast them first to bring out their flavor.

How to store squash seeds?

Squash seeds can be stored at cool temperatures, between 32-45°F, in an airtight container. Alternatively, you can freeze them. When you’re done with the squash, scrape the seeds from the squash and dry them on paper towels. Spread the seeds on a plate and place in the freezer for about two hours, until they’re completely frozen. Once they are frozen, transfer them to a plastic bag or other airtight container and return them to the freezer until