Butter Cup Squash

This is a type of winter squash, typically weighing 5-7 pounds, that is round in shape and grows with a very distinctive protruding ring around the flower end opposite the stem end. Dark green with narrow gray stripes, the thick outer shell surrounds a rich sweet-flavored, somewhat nutty tasting orange flesh that is fine-grained, creamy textured and dense in consistency. This squash can be stuffed, baked or micro-waved to be served in soups, casseroles pumpkin pie or as a side dish.