Learn how to cure and store winter squash and pumpkins so you can process and enjoy them all year long. When cured correctly squash and pumpkins become sweeter over time. I also give some tips and ideas on how to process and use your cured squash and pumpkins. Don’t just get stuck making butternut squash soup!
0:00 Intro
0:16 Why cure and story your squash
1:06 Wash squash and check for imperfections
1:48 Spray squash with a water bleach solution
3:00 Set in open air area out of direct sun to dry completely!
3:32 Store cured squash in a dark cool space
3:57 BONUS tips and ideas on using curved squash from Cynthia
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