Pickling is less about preservation these days and more about flavor. But while vegetables usually steal the show, this fruit ...

Cut the squash in half lengthwise, peel it, and scrape out the seeds. Cut the halves lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick strips. Then cut the strips crosswise into 11/2-inch pieces. Heat the oil in a ...

VARIATIONS: Any dense, flavorful winter squash could be substituted ... and places required to make recipes like these possible, from barrel makers to morning pickle markets.

spoon butternut squash on each crostini, followed by whipped goat cheese. Slice pickled cranberries in half and arrange on each crostini along with the crispy sage. For more holiday recipe ideas ...