Pumpkin and Squash in the Thermomix®

When are pumpkin and squash in season?

Outdoor crop: August to October. Stored: November to December.

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• Feb–
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• Jul–
• AugOutdoor crop
• SepOutdoor crop
• OctOutdoor crop
• NovStored
• DecStored

Outdoor crop: fresh European harvest. Protected crop: greenhouse or covered cultivation. Stored: European harvest kept in storage.

Buying and storage

Choose pumpkin and squash that look fresh, firm and free from bruises or tired edges. Smaller produce is often sweeter and cooks more evenly. Store vegetables cool and dry, or in the fridge drawer when they are tender or leafy. Use the freshest pieces first and keep any trimmings for stock when they are clean and aromatic.

Preparing pumpkin and squash in the Thermomix®

The Thermomix® is useful for chopping, steaming, blending and stirring seasonal produce with consistent timing. For firm vegetables, cut into even pieces before adding them to the mixing bowl. For soups and sauces, start with onion or garlic, chop 3 sec / speed 5, saute briefly, then cook with stock before blending smooth. For delicate fruit, use shorter mixing times so the texture stays fresh.

Ingredients in the same season

White CabbageTomatoesCeleriac and CeleryBeetrootRadishesMushrooms