Reviewed: Apr. 3, 2012

Summerly Squash Haiku: "Could've been awesome. But never tender enough. Just change the method." I halved the recipe, but followed exactly as written (fresh basil > dried), and the cover-reduce to low-simmer for 20 min. (especially w/ 1/2" thick slices) just didn't get them tender enough. Don't get me wrong - I love an al dente hunk of squash, but these, while light and flavorful, were still too tough for us. I'd rather stick to traditional sauteeing (in EVOO, not veg oil) at med. heat, and not cover and simmer.

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Rock_lobster

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Living In: Braselton, Georgia, USA

Reviewed: Sep. 6, 2011

Nice! Added fresh basil, parmesan and garlic.

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gigerbopper

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Norfolk, Virginia, USA

Reviewed: Aug. 19, 2011

My wife and I loved this dish! If possible use veggies fresh from a garden or at least a farmer's market. I also substituted the vegetable oil with olive oil and added minced fresh garlic. We had it with fish tacos. Dinner was delicious!

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Cherokee Jack

Reviewed: Aug. 8, 2011

4.5 is a more accurate rating. I LOVED this dish, and my husband did too!! That was shocking. I used the matchstick shape veggies like other users suggested for faster cooking time and added an extra tomato. I also added 2 cloves of fresh garlic and I think that was a good addition. I sprinkled a little grated parm over the top and it was so good!! Excellent way to use up those summer veggies! Definitely make again.

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audrey717

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Jul. 25, 2011

Delicious!! I didn't have a squash but followed the rest of the recipe as directed. I ended up eating this solo as a side dish but the kids really enjoyed it over penne noodles. Added this to my recipe box.

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swimswam

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Jun. 11, 2011

I would like to give this recipe 4 1/2 starts rather than 4. Very good. This is easy to prepare and healthy. Canned diced tomatoes can be substituted for fresh if you don't have fresh. Also VERY tasty over pasta with grated parmesan or romano cheese. Monitor the squash closely, it can overcook and become mushy very easily. Thanks for the recipe, I will be making this part of my repertoire. :D

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