Spinning tops? Flying saucers? Squash Volcanos? Patty Pan Squash are so cute and super fun for the children too. Roasted, sauteed, grilled, or stuffed you can’t go wrong. Enjoy this delicious veggie stuffed squash recipe.
Ingredients
1 big (2-3 smaller) Patty Pan Squash (provided)
1 cup black beans, (if using dry beans, will need to soak overnight)
1 ½ cups kale, chopped (provided)
1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed (provided)
1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed (provided)
¾ cup bell pepper
¾ cup onions, chopped
4 tablespoons feta cheese
Fresh herbs
3 cloves garlic chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Cayenne to taste
Olive oil
Instructions
1
Bring a pot of water to a boil.
2
Peel and cut sweet potato into cubes.
3
Boil for 15 minutes or until soft.
4
Drain sweet potatoes and mash in a pot. Set aside.
5
If using dry beans, you will want to drain the water from the soaked beans.
6
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
7
Slice the tip off of the squash and scoop out the seeds.
8
Lightly oil the inside and sides of each squash.
9
With the cut side facing down, bake for 15 minutes.
10
Remove from the oven and flip upright.
11
Bring a large pan to a medium-high heat and add a little olive oil.
12
When hot, add onion and bell pepper. Cook for 7-8 minutes or until soft.
13
Add chopped garlic and kale and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until kale is tender.
14
Season to taste with salt, pepper, cayenne, and fresh herbs.
15
Combine sweet potato, black beans, and fold in sauteed items.