This past summer I managed to buy 18 Butternut squash at $0.50 each.

How to Break Down a Butternut Squash

Step 1

Cut off both ends and scoop the seeds out of the opening in the wide end with a spoon. I don't make such a big cut because I hate to waste a bite! I save the seeds for gardening/sharing and have also found the seeds to be quite tasty, too.

Step 2

Wearing an apron, hold the squash against your chest and remove the skin with a peeler, working toward you. Sometimes I also use a paring knife for tough spots.

Step 3

Cut the squash where the body becomes bulbous; halve each section lengthwise and dice. The beef chili used smaller pieces

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Here are tons of amazing recipes or just eat it plain with real butter:)

http://allrecipes.com/recipes/fruits-and-vegetables/vegetables/squash/butternut-squash/

http://www.cookinglight.com/food/top-rated-recipes/healthy-butternut-squash-recipes-00400000055219/

http://www.foodnetwork.com/topics/butternut-squash/index.html