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Spanish Squash

By: VENICES 
"This recipe was given to me by my grandmother. I have revised it a little. It is one of my family's favorites!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (23)

What to Drink?

Wine Zinfandel
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 medium yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 dash garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until evenly brown. Drain, and set aside.
  2. Heat the oil in the skillet over medium heat. Mix in the squash and onion, and saute until tender.
  3. Mix the tomatoes and water into the skillet. Season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil. Cover skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 195 | Total Fat: 11.6g | Cholesterol: 46mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2006 by Nonna   view full review
Yum! This is so delicious. I used minced garlic mixed in with the squash and onions, but...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 17, 2007 by Bonnie M.   view full review
This is a great and easy recipe. Lots of flavor and yummy. I used my crock-pot to make it and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2006 by Liza C. Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I really liked this dish! I cooked the squash and onion along with the beef as it browned....
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 3, 2006 by DC Girly Girl   view full review
Easy...Easy...Easy!!! I sauteed the onion with a minced clove of garlic (instead of garlic...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 8, 2007 by TIANAYUM   view full review
Family LOVED it over some brown rice. I also, doubled the spices and used fresh garlic...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2006 by BEDTIMEBEAR   view full review
This was great! My boyfriend prefers food with more flavor than most people, so I almost...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 10, 2011 by Villarreal   view full review
Calabacitas! Great recipe! I changed the amount of spices a bit and used about 1 tbsp minced...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2009 by Erika   view full review
I didn't have cumin or cilantro so mine was a bit bland. I used fresh garlic, season salt,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 21, 2007 by SADIE2004   view full review
just ok. needs something to spice it up. will not make it again.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2007 by Mimi   view full review
I made it to get my toddler to eat vegetables. My family loved it and wanted me to make it...

 

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