Butternut squash is a hearty, sweet squash with vibrant orange, creamy flesh perfect for baking, soups, and fall meals. There are so many wonderful ways to enjoy it. Caramelized Butternut Squash, Stuffed Butternut Squash, Butternut Squash Soup, simply oven-roasted. Once baked or roasted, the firm pulp softens to a velvety, melt-in-your-mouth texture ideal for purees, soups, and baked goods.