Butternut squash is one of those foods with an intoxicating aroma and a flavor that is another thing entirely.  This is not to say  the taste disappoints, but one is deceived by the clean, clear scent of a freshly cut butternut into believing it will deliver the same punch to the palate.  Other pleasantly deceptive foods are popcorn, fresh coffee grounds, cucumber and steak charred just right on the grill.  The scent of these fills me with longing, nostalgia….

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