Jacksonville Illinois
Farmers Market
at Lincoln Square

Summer Squash

Summer squash can be yellow or green, and are either long, like a cucumber, or round with a crooked neck. It is almost always prepared without being peeled, and cooks quickly. Two halves of a 6-inch summer squash and 1/4 cup of water, covered, cooks in a microwave on High in 3-5 minutes. Slices of summer squash can be steamed or braised in about the same time.

Zucchini Griddle Cakes

Serve in place of potatoes or rice. Or ladle creamed corn or spinach over them for a hearty side dish. Excellent with grilled fish, chicken or meat.

Preparation: 30 minutes

Serves 6

  • 2 cups unpeeled shredded zucchini (4 small or 2 large)
  • 1/2 cup minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 egg, slightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salad oil
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Combine the shredded squash, the onion, and the salt and pepper, and let rest 15 minutes. Mix with the beaten egg, the milk and the flour until the consistency of pancake batter. Add a little more milk or flour if the batter seems too runny or too stiff.

Pour 1/4 inch of salad oil in the bottom of a heavy skillet. Heat over medium-high heat. Drop batter by the tablespoon into hot oil and fry until cakes are golden on each side. Drain on paper towels and serve.

from Plant a Row for the Hungary Recipes
by Doreen Howard & Jacqueline Hériteau