JUST WHEN TO PICK: YOU'LL KNOW IT WHEN YOU SEE IT

Picking your delicata squash at the perfect time can make all the difference in taste and texture. As a general rule of thumb, these charming little squashes are ready for harvest when their skin turns a rich vibrant orange. The skin should also feel firm to the touch and the stem should be dry. Give it a gentle tap – a ripe delicata squash wil