Reviewed: May 12, 2012

This was such an interesting recipe that I prepared it exactly as written - and wasn't strongly moved one way or the other. I don't often assign the overused word "bland" to a dish but in this case it is appropriate. While this dish doesn't offend the taste buds, it certainly doesn't excite them either.

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naples34102

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Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

Living In: Mequon, Wisconsin, USA

Reviewed: May 28, 2011

Delicious dish. I added some summer squash & ro-tel. No half and half. Oh, it was so good! I also put cotija cheese on top, instead of monterey jack. Muy Bueno!

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ladeelo

Reviewed: Feb. 13, 2011

Maybe it's a southwest thing? I don't understand all the comments about "never heard of adding 1/2 & 1/2 or any kind of milk to calabacitas." It is the only way I've ever had it. I like that it makes it creamy. I also mix in my cheese, rather than just letting it melt on top.

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DYLAN27

Reviewed: Oct. 20, 2010

Added chicken and celery to this dish and it was wonderful!! Great recipe!!

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FLYWHEEL

Reviewed: Aug. 3, 2010

This was good, I have a vegetable garden for the first time this year and enjoy using zucchinis from it. I used chicken broth as opposed to cream, that was what I had on hand and also omitted the butter. I also didn't have Jack cheese, so used a grated cheese mix I always have. It was good, will likely make it again but might also try other Calabacitas recipes on the site.

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Biokerristry

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Porterville, California, USA

Living In: Denver, Colorado, USA

Reviewed: Aug. 2, 2010

Great way to use zucchini. I didn't add the half and half. I have added a minced jalapeno or two, and once I roasted a bunch of jalapenos, diced them up, and added them. When mixed with the other veggies, it isn't too hot at all.

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Avocat

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA

Reviewed: Mar. 23, 2010

For a dish with a lot of vegetables this was decadent! Loved it. Added in a lonely red potato.

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Lil Mermaid

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Mansfield, Texas, USA

Living In: Fort Worth, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 15, 2010

This recipe turned out so good! You will need to be careful not to overcook the zucchini. First I sautéed the onions, garlic and green pepper with olive oil (I didn't use any butter), then I added the zucchini and cooked probably for 2 minutes, added corn, salt and pepper and cooked for an additional 2 minutes. I didn't add any half and half because I don't think it would go in this dish at all. Once cooked, I transferred to a plate and sprinkled cheese on. Thanks A.P. Newman this is a keeper!

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Fit&Healthy Mom

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA

Reviewed: Aug. 26, 2009

Fantastic! Love, LOVE it!! I didn't add the half & half either-I can't imagine what it adds to this dish. Maybe I'll experiment next time but we absolutely loved it without this time around! It does make a lot-we'll be eating it for a few days! Thank you!

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lisa

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Holland, Michigan, USA

Reviewed: Jul. 13, 2009

I make this all the time but I've never heard of calabacitas with half and half or any kind of milk. I add chicken (brown it in the same pan before adding all the veggies) and red pepper flakes for a slightly spicy complete meal and serve it over rice.

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