SMOTHERED YELLOW SQUASH WITH BASIL

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Smothering is a Cajun cooking term that refers to browning anything from meat to vegetables in oil, then braising it in a small amount of liquid, tightly covered, until tender.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lb medium yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 c water
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/4 c finely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • 1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then add half of squash and sauté, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • 2. Transfer browned squash to a bowl, then heat remaining tablespoon oil and sauté remaining squash in same manner.
  • 3. Return squash in bowl to skillet. Add garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally, 1 minute. Add water, salt, and pepper and simmer briskly, covered, until squash is tender and most of liquid is evaporated, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in basil.

Muhammad nawaz brohi
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This was a delicious and easy summer recipe. The squash was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and fresh. I would definitely make this again.


Pagal larki
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this dish. The squash was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again, but I would probably omit the basil.


Carl SimmonsJr
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! The squash was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Tasin Bolod
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This is one of my favorite summer recipes. The squash is always so fresh and flavorful, and the sauce is light and delicious. I usually serve it over rice or pasta.


Emily Bazemore
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This was a great way to use up some of the squash from my garden. It was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making this again.


Wajid Rehman
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I'm not a huge fan of squash, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was so flavorful and the squash was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Ziyanda Shongwe
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This is a great recipe for a summer side dish. The squash is cooked perfectly and the sauce is light and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Jason Maulden
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I made this for dinner last night and it was delicious! The squash was so tender and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Shamim Hossain
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The squash cooks quickly and the sauce is simple to make. I usually serve it over rice or pasta.


Mirza Hernandez
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This was a great recipe! The squash was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Rawnee The super Artist
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this dish. The squash was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again, but I would probably omit the basil.


Minali Imasha
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This is one of my favorite summer recipes. The squash is always so fresh and flavorful, and the sauce is light and delicious. I usually serve it over rice or pasta.


Fatima Gul
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! The squash was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Pan nep
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This was a great way to use up some of the squash from my garden. It was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making this again.


Papon Das
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I'm not a huge fan of squash, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was so flavorful and the squash was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Maleek Joseph
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I usually add a little bit of garlic and onion to the sauce, and I sometimes serve it over rice or pasta.


Street Singers
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The squash was sweet and tender, the tomatoes were tangy, and the basil added a nice pop of freshness. I will definitely be making this again!


Eric Phillips
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This was a delicious and easy summer recipe. The squash was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and fresh. I would definitely make this again.


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