Sherris Squash Saute Recipes

EASY SAUTéED SQUASH

Steps:

• Add oil to a skillet on medium heat.
• Once oil is hot add diced squash and onion to skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes without stirring. This will get you that bit of browning we want. Then stir.
• Season with salt, garlic powder, and basil.
• Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for another 5 to 8 minutes or until squash is tender.

SHERRI'S MEXI ZUCCHINI SQUASH SAUTE

Steps:

• In large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Drain fat but reserve 1-2 Tablespoons in pan.
• Add squash, onion, and bell pepper and saute 5 minutes.
• Add tomatoes and tomato sauce and simmer 10 minutes.
• Add seasonings and cook gently until liquid is thick, about 10 minutes.
• Sprinkle with grated cheese and cover to allow cheese to melt. (or place in oven until cheese melts.).

SAUTéED SUMMER SQUASH WITH RED PEPPER AND ONION

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, 5 to 8 minutes, and add the garlic, summer squash, red pepper, and about 3/4 teaspoon salt. Turn the heat to medium-high and cook, stirring, until the squash is translucent and the red pepper tender, about 10 minutes. Add freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt. Stir in the parsley and remove from the heat. Serve as a side dish, or use as a filling for a vegetable tart, gratin, or frittata.

FAST SUMMER SQUASH SAUTE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute the squash, onion and garlic in oil and butter for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.