How to Tell If a Spaghetti Squash Is Bad
Here’s a fun trick: give your spaghetti squash a gentle tap with your knuckles. A good, fresh squash should sound hollow, like a lightweight drum. If it sounds dull and thudding—like you’re knocking on a brick wall—that could mean the inside is getting mushy.
It’s not a perfect test, but it’s a vibe check. Think of it like knocking on a friend’s door: a normal “hello” is hollow, but a “go away, I’m dying” is a thud. Trust the thud.
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What about the stem? It’s the telltale sign
Look at the stem—that little nub on top. If it’s dry, brown, and still attached, your squash is likely fresh. But if the stem is mushy, wet, or has black fuzz around it? That’s where decay starts. It’s like the weak spot on a superhero’s costume.