Italian Inspired Summer Squash

15 min · Serves 4

Based on a recipe from Adapted from Summer Squash, Italian Style Farm Fresh Summertime Recipes Connecticut Food Policy Council, via USDA MyPlate Kitchen

Steps written by Kubbord

What goes in

• 29.6 mlvegetable oil
• 1summer squash
• 14.8 mlwater
• salt and pepper (optional)
• 14.8 mlfresh basil
• 88.7 mlParmesan or Romano cheese

How to cook it

1. Preheat the oven broiler to high (about 500°F (260°C)).
2. Heat half of the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 1 to 2 minutes until shimmering.
3. Slice the summer squash into rounds, layer them in the skillet, pour in the water, and sprinkle with the fresh basil and optional salt and pepper.
4. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for 5 minutes until the squash is tender-crisp when pierced with a fork.
5. Uncover the skillet, sprinkle the Parmesan or Romano cheese over the squash, and drizzle with the remaining vegetable oil.
6. Place the skillet under the broiler and broil for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and lightly golden brown.

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