32 Irresistible Butternut Squash Recipes to Get You in the Fall Spirit (2024)

This soup, packed with sweet squash, smoky spices and hearty quinoa, is oh-so-satisfying.

Get the Smoky Black Bean and Quinoa Soup recipe.

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Honeynut is a super cute mini type of squash that cooks quickly, but it can be tricky to find. Swap in butternut for the same sweet flavor — just be sure to roast them for a little bit longer.

Get the Quinoa-Stuffed Squash recipe.

A can of butternut squash puree makes this cozy baked pasta so simple. Don't skip the nutty topping for added crunch.

Get the Butternut Squash Baked Pasta with Hazelnut Brown Butter recipe.

Roast up butternut squash, carrots and aromatics until caramelized and golden brown for a delicious, nutritious soup base — without turning on your oven and heating up your whole kitchen.

Get the Air Fryer Squash Soup recipe.

This stunning squash is not just a delicious Thanksgiving side dish, it's practically a work of art!

Get the Hasselback Butternut Squash With Maple Brown Butter recipe.

Dive into a one-pot dinner that makes excellent leftovers, too.

Get the Butternut Squash Curry recipe.

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Roasted squash, onions, and spicy arugula are tossed together in a nutty sesame vinaigrette. What more could you want in this delicious vegetarian dinner?

Get the Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette recipe.

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Make a quick pan sauce of balsamic vinegar, honey and fresh thyme to top off juicy pork tenderloin.

Get the Balsamic-Glazed Pork with Roasted Butternut Squash recipe.

This winter squash soup is a great Thanksgiving starter, but would be just as good for a simple fall dinner on a chilly weeknight.

Get the Winter Squash Soup recipe.

Butternut squash adds heartiness to this delicious dinner staple.

Get the Instant Pot Beef and Barley Stew recipe.

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Squash, kale, potato and tomato star in this beautiful layered pie that takes 15 minutes to prep. Serve it as a hearty vegetarian main dish or as an impressive side.

Get the Vegetable Torte recipe.

Use an Instant Pot and this tasty risotto will be done before you realize it was even cooking.

Get the Butternut Squash Risotto recipe.

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The best way is the classic way: sliced up, roasted and dressed with a tangy finish.

Get the Spice-Roasted Butternut Squash With Cider Vinaigrette recipe.

Start Thanksgiving dinner off right with a cozy Instant Pot fall soup, full of fall's fave (butternut squash!).

Get the Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup recipe.

Turn roasted squash into a sweet and smooth butternut squash puree by simply blending in a food processor.

Get the Creamy Roasted Squash Puree recipe.

Enjoy tender squash and creamy lentils in minutes thanks to the magical kitchen genie that is your pressure cooker.

Get the Pressure Cooker Winter Squash and Lentil Stew recipe.

This combo of kale and crusty country bread is perfect for fall. You find more recipes like it in Skillet: Over 70 Delicious One Pan Recipes.

Get the Roasted Squash Panzanella recipe.

Get cozy with a hearty, flavor-packed soup, full of fall's star squash.

Get the Butternut Squash and White Bean Soup recipe.

This fall-favorite roasted butternut squash gets a little extra sweetness from a drizzle of maple syrup.

Get the Thyme and Shallot Roasted Butternut Squash recipe.

Think of this hearty pasta as mac and cheese with an extra serving of veggies (plus some bacon, for good measure).

Get the Cavatappi With Butternut Squash and Bacon recipe.