CREAM CHEESE BASIL SUMMER SQUASH

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Young tender summer squash, yellow crookneck or yellow pattypan, microwave recipe, quick, absolutely delicious! Vegetable haters, will love it.

Provided by LAURELP52

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 yellow squash, cubed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a glass serving dish, combine the squash pieces and garlic. Season with salt, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave for 5 to 8 minutes on high, or until tender. Stir after every 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the cream cheese over the top, and return to the microwave, uncovered for about 1 minute, or until the cheese is melted. Stir until the cheese is smooth and blended into the squash. Let set for a minute or two before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 169.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Jimha akhter jimha akhter
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The cream cheese and basil make it so flavorful that even the pickiest eaters will enjoy it.


Oluf Smit
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook summer squash and this recipe is a great addition to my repertoire. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


Nathan Collins
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover summer squash. It's also a delicious and healthy side dish.


Marcie R.
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's a great dish to have on hand for busy weeknights.


prince Joel pandora
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This recipe is a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables into your diet. The cream cheese and basil make it so flavorful that even picky eaters will enjoy it.


Oyinkansola Aduragbemi
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I was looking for a new way to cook summer squash and this recipe fit the bill perfectly. It's a delicious and easy side dish that I will definitely be making again.


Nimalan Raja
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This recipe is so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love that I can use different types of squash and herbs to create different flavor combinations.


Mayanja Mmmm
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to serve at summer parties.


Nazrul Daivh
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Charlotte Office
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This recipe is a great way to use up summer squash from the garden. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Zahir khan Zahir khan
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I'm not usually a fan of summer squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The cream cheese and basil really made it enjoyable.


Eugene Murrey
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the cream cheese and basil complemented the summer squash. This dish is definitely a keeper!


Dr.Shahzaib Ali
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it with different types of squash and they all turn out great.


Ado Berba
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The cream cheese and basil added a delicious richness and flavor to the summer squash. I will definitely be making this again.