Kashk Kadu

Butternut Squash Spread with Whey and Mint

Preparation info
  • Makes

    4

    servings
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Bitter & Sweet: Global Flavors from an Iranian-American Kitchen

By Omid Roustaei and Lauren Ko

Published 2025

  • About

Autumn is my favorite season. As the leaves undergo their stunning transformation, I find myself reminiscing about the vibrant fall foliage in my three cherished cities—Tehran, Boulder, and Seattle—each a unique home to me. However, what I love the most about fall is its bountiful harvest and its array of delicious produce. Squashes, persimmons, quinces, and pomegranates take center stage as the autumnal favorites that remind me of the flavors of Iran.

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