Pumpkins may steal the show at Halloween, but many other types of squash can add a splash of color to your cold-weather meals. Sweeter and firmer than zucchini and other summer squash, autumn and winter varieties work well in various dishes, from soups and stews to salads, casseroles, and desserts (think: maple butternut cake). Though the varieties below are often grouped into a category of “winter squash,” the name is somewhat misleading.