I am currently addicted to butternut squash - it is the vegetable that has everything. Totally versatile, a beautiful colour, full of goodness and yes, everytime I buy it I giggle a bit at the shape...
The other day I used the bottom section and stood the remainder on a plate for another day. When I came to use it again, I couldn't lift it off.
The sap of a butternut squash and the vacuum it causes could have uses in NASA I am sure. It was stuck fast to that plate and would not budge.
It was like the vegetable retelling of Arthur and the Sword in the Stone. Eventually I got it free so I may be the rightful leader of the Britons. But I did use a knife as leverage so that may void my claim.
Anyway just in case, I suggest you curtesy when I enter the room from now on.
I've never tried butternut squash but if I do, I'm well prepared now - M'lady-Marm!
Posted by: Tricia | 26 May 2009 at 08:17 AM