Summer Squash Ribbon Skewers

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Summer Squash Ribbon Skewers

Summer Squash Ribbon Skewers

4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto: set aside 2-3 garlic scapes or garlic cloves 3/4 c basil leaves 1 T fresh oregano 2-3 T olive oil Pulse in a food chopper or processor. Remove the ends of 1 green and 1 yellow squash. Using a French Peeler or a Madeline cut thin ribbons… Read More »

4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto: set aside 2-3 garlic scapes or garlic cloves 3/4 c basil leaves 1 T fresh oregano 2-3 T olive oil Pulse in a food chopper or processor. Remove the ends of 1 green and 1 yellow squash. Using a French Peeler or a Madeline cut thin ribbons… Read More »

Tarragon Lemon Summer Squash Soup

Tarragon Lemon Summer Squash Soup

Tarragon Lemon Summer Squash Soup

Tarragon Lemon Summer Squash Soup

Many thanks to Beth Brooks for this recipe that will use the summer squash and the herbs that we planted earlier in the season! 1 large yellow summer squash, sliced and quartered, or chopped if preferred 2 green onions (scallions), light green and white parts, chopped 1/2 medium onion, chopped 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 tablespoon… Read More »

Many thanks to Beth Brooks for this recipe that will use the summer squash and the herbs that we planted earlier in the season! 1 large yellow summer squash, sliced and quartered, or chopped if preferred 2 green onions (scallions), light green and white parts, chopped 1/2 medium onion, chopped 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 tablespoon… Read More »

Collard Green Rolls with Freekah and Summer Squash

Collard Green Rolls with Freekah and Summer Squash

Collard Green Rolls with Freekah and Summer Squash

Collard Green Rolls with Freekah and Summer Squash

6 medium leaves collard greens A big pot of salted water ½ c cracked freekah 1 c salted water 1 small onion, diced Olive oil 1 yellow summer squash, trimmed and diced 2 tbsp raisins, plumped in very hot water for 10 minutes 1 tbsp capers 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley A drop or two… Read More »

6 medium leaves collard greens A big pot of salted water ½ c cracked freekah 1 c salted water 1 small onion, diced Olive oil 1 yellow summer squash, trimmed and diced 2 tbsp raisins, plumped in very hot water for 10 minutes 1 tbsp capers 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley A drop or two… Read More »

Zucchini & Summer Squash Risotto

Zucchini & Summer Squash Risotto

Zucchini & Summer Squash Risotto

Zucchini & Summer Squash Risotto

4 cups vegetable stock or broth 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 cup finely diced onion 1 cup Arborio rice 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 medium zucchini, grated 1 medium summer squash, grated 1-2 Tbsp. butter Fresh lemon juice A handful of grated Parmesan Salt Pour the stock into a saucepan and bring to a… Read More »

4 cups vegetable stock or broth 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 cup finely diced onion 1 cup Arborio rice 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 medium zucchini, grated 1 medium summer squash, grated 1-2 Tbsp. butter Fresh lemon juice A handful of grated Parmesan Salt Pour the stock into a saucepan and bring to a… Read More »

Gnocchi with Summer Squash and Fresh Tomato

Gnocchi with Summer Squash and Fresh Tomato

Gnocchi with Summer Squash and Fresh Tomato

Gnocchi with Summer Squash and Fresh Tomato

Share Contents Used: Summer Squash Tomato Parsley 3/4 lb. summer squash, chopped into a half inch dice 1 lb. fresh tomato 1/4 cup shallot, chopped fine 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. butter 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1 tbsp. parsley, minced 1 lb. package of gnocchi 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan Salt and pepper… Read More »

Share Contents Used: Summer Squash Tomato Parsley 3/4 lb. summer squash, chopped into a half inch dice 1 lb. fresh tomato 1/4 cup shallot, chopped fine 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. butter 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1 tbsp. parsley, minced 1 lb. package of gnocchi 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan Salt and pepper… Read More »

Summer Squash Soup

Summer Squash Soup

Summer Squash Soup

Summer Squash Soup

Thanks again to Tina Jurgaitis! adapted from: Paula Deen Note: this recipe works well with any of the yellow (including the patty pan shape) or pale green squash we get in our shares. Some zucchini is OK, but not a lot. Servings: 4 to 6 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 lbs. yellow squash, sliced… Read More »

Thanks again to Tina Jurgaitis! adapted from: Paula Deen Note: this recipe works well with any of the yellow (including the patty pan shape) or pale green squash we get in our shares. Some zucchini is OK, but not a lot. Servings: 4 to 6 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 lbs. yellow squash, sliced… Read More »

Grated Summer Squash and Carrot Salad

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Grated Summer Squash and Carrot Salad

Grated Summer Squash and Carrot Salad

1 1/2 pounds of mixed Alstede Fresh summer squashes, grated 2 large carrots, grated 1 medium red onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup olive oil (try swopping sesame oil for a different taste) 3 tbsp of white wine or rice vinegar 1 tbsp soy sauce sesame seeds for garnish Mix grated squash, carrots and onion together… Read More »

1 1/2 pounds of mixed Alstede Fresh summer squashes, grated 2 large carrots, grated 1 medium red onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup olive oil (try swopping sesame oil for a different taste) 3 tbsp of white wine or rice vinegar 1 tbsp soy sauce sesame seeds for garnish Mix grated squash, carrots and onion together… Read More »

Marinated and Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash

Marinated and Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash

Marinated and Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash

Marinated and Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves salt and pepper 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 large zucchini 2 large yellow squash   Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic and thyme in a large bowl.    Season with salt and pepper… Read More »

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves salt and pepper 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 large zucchini 2 large yellow squash   Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic and thyme in a large bowl.    Season with salt and pepper… Read More »

Directions for Freezing Zucchini and Summer Squash

Directions for Freezing Zucchini and Summer Squash

Directions for Freezing Zucchini and Summer Squash

Directions for Freezing Zucchini and Summer Squash

Start with fresh squash – as fresh as you can get.  If there is a delay between harvesting and freezing, store it in the refrigerator. Rinse the squash in plain cold water using your hands and possibly a soft towel.  Just take a sharp knife and cut of both ends. Slice 1/2-inch thick slices. Prepare… Read More »

Start with fresh squash – as fresh as you can get.  If there is a delay between harvesting and freezing, store it in the refrigerator. Rinse the squash in plain cold water using your hands and possibly a soft towel.  Just take a sharp knife and cut of both ends. Slice 1/2-inch thick slices. Prepare… Read More »

Late Summer Vegetables with Leeks

Alstede Fresh Late Summer Vegetables with Leeks

Late Summer Vegetables with Leeks

Late Summer Vegetables with Leeks

Ingredients: 2-3 medium to large leeks, white portion sliced, cleaned and dried. 1 medium bell pepper, large dice 1 medium zucchini or summer squash, cut in 1/2 lengthwise and sliced 1 large tomato, large dice 6-8 mushrooms, sliced 1 small- medium eggplant 4 cloves of garlic minced Olive oil Salt Balsamic Glaze Instructions: Preheat the… Read More »

Ingredients: 2-3 medium to large leeks, white portion sliced, cleaned and dried. 1 medium bell pepper, large dice 1 medium zucchini or summer squash, cut in 1/2 lengthwise and sliced 1 large tomato, large dice 6-8 mushrooms, sliced 1 small- medium eggplant 4 cloves of garlic minced Olive oil Salt Balsamic Glaze Instructions: Preheat the… Read More »

Summer Vegetable Risotto

Summer Vegetable Risotto

Summer Vegetable Risotto

Summer Vegetable Risotto

2 ears of fresh corn in the husk 1 large red bell pepper 1 plum tomato or any tomato, cored and cut in ½ or 1/4’s 1 medium green zucchini 1 medium yellow squash 1 small globe eggplant Extra Virgin Olive Oil Kosher Salt Freshly Ground Black Pepper For the Risotto 5-6 cups of vegetable… Read More »

2 ears of fresh corn in the husk 1 large red bell pepper 1 plum tomato or any tomato, cored and cut in ½ or 1/4’s 1 medium green zucchini 1 medium yellow squash 1 small globe eggplant Extra Virgin Olive Oil Kosher Salt Freshly Ground Black Pepper For the Risotto 5-6 cups of vegetable… Read More »

Freezing Zucchini and Squash

Freezing Zucchini and Squash

Freezing Zucchini and Squash

Freezing Zucchini and Squash

How to Freeze Zucchini and Summer Squash: Start with fresh squash – as fresh as you can get. If there is a delay between harvesting and freezing, store it in the refrigerator. Rinse the squash in plain cold water using your hands and possibly a soft towel. Just take a sharp knife and cut of… Read More »

How to Freeze Zucchini and Summer Squash: Start with fresh squash – as fresh as you can get. If there is a delay between harvesting and freezing, store it in the refrigerator. Rinse the squash in plain cold water using your hands and possibly a soft towel. Just take a sharp knife and cut of… Read More »