Yellow Summer Squash
Bright yellow in color and firm to the touch, summer squash are a summertime favorite. Yellow summer squash grow on vines and are best picked when medium sized.
The skin is usually left on the squash, as it is thin and adds to its nutritional value and a pop of color on the plate. Simply wash and trim the ends. Summer squash can be enjoyed in raw and cooked preparations.
Refrigerate in a plastic bag in the fridge for up to a week
Patty Pan Squash
This squash has a very cool, and unusual saucer shape, it is also known as saucer squash. The firm white flesh of the patty pan has been compared to the flavor of artichokes.
Remove the skin on the outside if it is too tough, which means the squash is older. The squash are also sold mini, and can be preserved.
Store patty pan in the refrigerator for 5-7 days, the smaller the squash the sooner it should be used.
Some of the zucchini and summer squash was cut into “noodles” with a veggie peeler (those of you with spiralizers-here’s a great opportunity!)
Save your ends and seed-filled middles in the fridge. When you have enough, try a variation of scrappy pickles, such as this one by Rachel Ray!
Another recipe from the road. Though the ingredients are all flexible in this recipe (just the way we like them so you can work with your seasonal veggies) Sarah’s chili lime seasoning is a great one for whatever veggies and meats you choose to include. As always, work with the season and have fun making it your own!
This was a quick dinner, made up while we were on vacation in Maine. It turned out pretty yummy, and the layer of roasted cherry tomatoes on top was quite fun. Allow time to salt your eggplant and squash slices to remove excess moisture, and you have a winner! Please note in this recipe I used some summer marinara sauce from a previous recipe. The ingredients are flexible here, so feel free to skim the recipe then make it your own as you see fit!
This one was shared by fellow Springdellian Kelly O. Using pantry ingredients, you can transform those summer squash into this lovely and special dessert!
