Gourds are a staple in autumnal centerpieces on dinner tables, while their cousins like pumpkins and melons more often make it to the dinner plate. Many gourds are best left to fall crafts, but a few are edible and flexible enough to be used in a variety of dishes. Cooking gourds isn't as much work as you might think, and since they're fat-free and filling, the end result is worth the effort.
