When summer squash get a bit to large to be considered “tender,” I usually make zucchini bread. This year I tried something different. So, I peeled and seeded them, tossed them with oil and spices, and caramelized them in a hot oven. And now, all overgrown squash is welcome in our house. This recipe is…
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Squash Gratin
I’m still trying to help my father-in-law use up his yellow squash, so this week, I decided on a gratin. PrintSquash Gratin Total Time: 45 minutes Yield: Serves 6 Ingredients1 lb yellow (or zucchini) squash 2-4 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup diced onion 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves 1/2 tsp granulated garlic powder…
Salsa Squash
My father-in-law has enough yellow squash for at least half of the city this year! Ours hasn’t started producing, so it’s great that he’s willing to share. I wanted a new casserole this summer, and something with a Tex-Mex flair. My testers said this was a winner. It’s a delicious way to use a lot…
Minted Zucchini
My neighbor has some great vegetables coming in, and he gave me zucchini and potatoes. I decided to give the zucchini some spring zest. My editor didn’t like the picture of the finished dish, so there you have it. It did taste delicious, however. PrintMinted Zucchini Total Time: 15 minutes Yield: Serves 4 Ingredients2-3 TBSP…
Zucchini Strands
There was one year that I ate so much zucchini and alfalfa sprouts, I never wanted to see either of them again. Zucchini is just making it’s way back into my diet. Using coconut oil brings a whole new taste sensation to it. PrintZucchini Strands Total Time: 20 minutes Yield: Serves 4 Ingredients2 zucchini, halved…