SMOTHERED YELLOW SQUASH WITH BASIL
Smothering is a Cajun cooking term that refers to browning anything from meat to vegetables in oil, then braising it in a small amount of liquid, tightly covered, until tender.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Vegetables
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then add half of squash and sauté, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 2. Transfer browned squash to a bowl, then heat remaining tablespoon oil and sauté remaining squash in same manner.
- 3. Return squash in bowl to skillet. Add garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally, 1 minute. Add water, salt, and pepper and simmer briskly, covered, until squash is tender and most of liquid is evaporated, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in basil.
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Mohan Bohora
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my squash was tough and the sauce was bland.
Theophile Ndegeya
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover squash.
Mikayah Wilson
[email protected]I love the addition of basil to this dish. It really brightens up the flavor.
Sd. Sultan
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Syed Zada Murdered
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Mafoka Lesego
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy sauce.
Ladla Qureshi
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so simple, yet so delicious. I always get compliments when I make it.
raja abrar
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The squash is cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this dish.
Amna Safaa Amna Safaa
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it with rice or pasta.
Aoun Muhmmad
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The squash was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
yeah
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up summer squash. I love the combination of flavors and the basil really brightens up the dish.
Samim BD
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The squash was so tender and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Bilal arman
[email protected]This smothered yellow squash with basil is a delicious and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The squash is cooked until tender and then smothered in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, onions, and garlic. The basil adds a fresh and he