It's the best time of the year to stock up on your own frozen kabocha squash; here's how to do it. Plus, an easy to remember recipe for classic simmered kabocha squash.

This is more of a tip than a recipe, but I've put it here because it's a handy way of building up your bento freezer stash. When I make something that is baked in a casserole for dinner such as shepherd's pie, I try to make a few individual portions in cupcake liners.