Stuffed scalloped patty pan squash is a versatile and visually appealing dish that combines the best of both worlds: the savory, nutty flavor of patty pan squash and the richness of a savory filling. Originating from the Americas, patty pan squash boasts a unique shape, often resembling a scallop. This article aims to guide you through the culinary journey of selecting the right squash, preparing the filling, and baking to perfection. Embark on this delicious adventure and discover how to create a showstopping dish that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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STUFFED PATTYPAN SQUASH
A wonderful way to use the over-abundance of squash from your garden. Cute pattypan squash are stuffed with a cheesy bacon stuffing, and baked. My children call these 'Squash Volcanoes' and gobble them up! Enjoy!
Provided by Michele O'Brien
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring one inch of water to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add squash, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, or until a fork can pierce the stem with little resistance. Drain, and slice off the top stem of the squash. Use a melon baller to carefully scoop out the centers of the squash. Reserve all of the bits of squash.
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Remove bacon to paper towels, and set aside. Saute onion in bacon drippings. Chop the reserved squash pieces, and saute them with the onion for one minute.
- Remove the skillet from heat, and stir in the breadcrumbs. Crumble the bacon, and stir into the stuffing along with the Parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stuff each squash to overflowing with the mixture, and place them in a baking dish. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until squash are heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 374.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
STUFFED PATTY PAN SQUASH
An abundant harvest of patty pan squash led me to this recipe elsewhere on the internet. Very tasty! and I cooked a full package of bacon so my picky eaters could have BLTs while I enjoyed this! BTW I use Recipe #173076 to cook my bacon (see my notes in my review for details).
Provided by MA HIKER
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 3-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bring one inch of water to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add squash, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, or until a fork can pierce the stem with little resistance.
- Drain, and slice off the top stem of the squash. Use a melon baller to carefully scoop out the centers of the squash. Reserve all of the bits of squash. (I used larger squash so discarded the seeds - warning the squash is very liquidy in the center so I drained it a bit after scooping.
- Mince the reserved squash.
- Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl with the minced squash, mixing well.
- Stuff each squash to overflowing with the mixture, and place them in a baking dish. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until squash are heated through.
STUFFED PATTY PAN SQUASH
Steps:
- Clean the squash and place them in the top of a steamer set oven gently simmering water. Partially cover and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, until tender. Remove from the heat and, when cool enough to handle, scoop out the top 1/3, scooping deep into the center to make a nice cup to hold the filling. Chop the scooped-out squash into 1/4-inch dice and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and lightly oil a large oval or rectangular baking dish. In a large heavy skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and saute, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until the aroma of the garlic is released. Add the zucchini and cook until tender, about 6 minutes. Add the reserved patty-pan flesh, almonds, cream, salt, and pepper ad stir for a few minutes, until the mixture is thickened and clumpy. Remove from the heat and stir in all the cheese except for 2 tablespoons, which will be reserved for garnish. Mound some of the mixture on top of each squash and place them in he baking dish. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the foil and sprinkle with the reserved cheese then bake for 5 minutes more to melt the cheese. Serve the patty pans accompanied by a small sprig of marjoram.
MOM'S STUFFED PATTYPAN SQUASH
This is my favorite of our family recipes. I've listed it as my mom always made, but I love to play with it. On Mexican night, I'll add a pinch of cumin or chili powder and use a Mexican cheese like Queso Ranchero. On Italian night, I'll add a pinch of Italian seasoning and use mozzerella cheese.
Provided by puppitypup
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4 pattipans, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Place pattipans in boiling water and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Make white sauce with butter, flour, salt and milk. (On medium heat, melt butter, stir in flour and brown slightly, add salt, then add milk a little at a time, stirring constantly. (I usually use a about a third more milk than written above.) Once all milk is added, continue to cook and stir for a minute or two.
- Turn off heat, add cheese and crushed saltines to white sauce and stir.
- Scoop out the middle of each pattipan to make little "bowls". (I use my grapefruit knife.) Turn the pattipans over on a plate (so the juices drain out) and set aside.
- Add scooped out portion of squash to sauce and mash with a potato masher. Taste sauce and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Fill squash with the sauce, pouring the excess over the top.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, or until done.
- Note: If using table salt, use only a pinch rather than 1/8 t.
STUFFED (SCALLOPED) PATTY PAN SQUASH
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a pot of water to a boil; add squash and cook until squash can be easily pierced with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes. Allow squash to cool until easily handled, about 5 minutes.
- Cut off one end of squash and scoop meat and seeds out of the center, leaving enough meat intact so squash will still maintain its shape. Set the scooped meat aside.
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and extra crispy, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving about 1/4 teaspoon bacon grease in the skillet.
- Cook and stir onion and garlic in the bacon grease over medium heat until onion is translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Add water, beef bouillon, squash meat, and cayenne pepper to onion mixture; cook until liquid is reduced by about 2/3, about 5 minutes.
- Mix Cheddar cheese into broth mixture until cheese is melted completely, 2 to 3 minutes. Add bread crumbs and stir until mixture is the consistency of wet stuffing.
- Fill squash with stuffing. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place squash in a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven until stuffing is crisp, 30 to 45 minutes.
- Note: Substitute 6 small patty pan squash for the 1 large, if desired. Substitute bacon with mushrooms and beef bouillon with vegetable bullion for a vegetarian option.
- Note: When cutting end off squash, cut off blossom side for a volcano effect or stem side for a scalloped bowl effect.
GARLIC-HERB FRIED PATTY PAN SQUASH
The first time I grew a garden, I harvested summer squash and cooked it with garlic and herbs. This fried patty pan squash recipe is a creative twist. —Kaycee Mason, Siloam Springs, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 375°. Place squash in a large bowl. Mix oil, garlic, salt, oregano, thyme and pepper; drizzle over squash. Toss to coat. Place squash on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until tender, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right pattypan squash: Look for small, tender pattypan squash with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid any squash that is bruised or has soft spots.
- Prepare the squash properly: Before stuffing the squash, you need to prepare it properly. First, cut off the top of the squash and scoop out the seeds and pulp. Then, parboil the squash for a few minutes to soften it.
- Use a variety of fillings: The best stuffed pattypan squash recipes use a variety of fillings. Some popular options include bread crumbs, sausage, ground beef, and vegetables. You can also add cheese, herbs, and spices to taste.
- Cook the squash until it is tender: Once you have stuffed the squash, you need to cook it until it is tender. This can be done in the oven, on the stovetop, or in a slow cooker.
- Serve the squash immediately: Stuffed pattypan squash is best served immediately after it is cooked. You can garnish it with fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream.
Conclusion:
Stuffed pattypan squash is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its mild flavor and delicate texture, pattypan squash is the perfect vessel for a variety of fillings. Whether you are looking for a hearty main course or a light and refreshing side dish, stuffed pattypan squash is sure to please.
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