Summer Squash Facts
including Zucchini

summer squash including yellow squash, zucchini,

Summer squash facts and general information about summer squash and zucchini.

Summer Squash is Available:

Summertime

How Does Summer Squash Grow:

They grow on a plant that can produce a lot through one season.

What to Look for When Buying Summer Squash:

Pick firm, heavy for their size and a good color according to the variety.

Summer Squash Storage Tips:

Store in fridge crisper.

How to Cook with Summer Squash:

Cook in side dishes, sautéed, stir fry, baked, shredded in quick breads.

Summer Squash Nutrition Facts:

Summer squash are high in manganese, Vitamin C, magnesium and Vitamin A. They also have dietary fiber.

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Summer Squash Recipes:

Stuffed Zucchini

3 zucchini
2 Tablespoons onions, diced
2 Tablespoons garlic, minced
3 Tablespoon butter
1 Cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 Cup tomatoes, cooked
salt and pepper
parmesan cheese
Cook zucchini in boiling, salted water for 10 minutes. Cut in half and scoop out centers. Set aside. Sauté onion, garlic and tomato for 2-3 minutes. Mix center of zucchini with remaining ingredients. Fill zucchini shells. Bake in 350 degree oven for 15 minutes. In the last 5 minutes, top zucchini with parmesan cheese until slightly browned.

Zucchini Fries

1 egg
1/3 Cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
4 zucchini, cut in strips lengthwise

Line a cookie sheet with tin foil and spray with cooking spray. Turn oven to 450 degrees.

In a bowl, bread crumbs and cheese together. In a separate bowl, beat egg. Place zucchini strips in egg then in crumb mixture. Place on cookie sheet.

Bake 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Yellow Squash

by Taylor (Ventura CA)
3 yellow squash
2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
salt to taste
Slice yellow squash 1/4 rounds, place in pan with olive oil, and saute' for 6 mins. turning often. Cook until golden brown, then add garlic and salt. Enjoy!

Cooking Video: Zucchini Pasta

Make noodles out of fresh zucchini and top with sauce. Check out the video for the instructions. She also has a cooking dvd available.

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