The eggplants became Eggplant Parmesan ala Judy for dinner last night.
That golden flying saucer is a Pattypan squash.
Unless you're a native of the Poughkeepsie, New York area, where it is known as "Schwoughksie Squash."
I owe that last little fact to The Great Google, which also tells me the first word in that name is pronounced as "shwooxie".
The things I learn.
Ah, the things we learn from you! Pattypans! I've had them in white in Michigan. I can't remember what I did with them. Rick said we steamed them and had them with onions and tomatoes, baked, for a bit with Parmesan or breadcrumbs or both on top. I haven't seen one in decades. I really need to have a garden when I retire. No, Rick needs to have a garden. Of course, he will never retire, so I will just enjoy your photos!
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen a Pattypan squash in years. Thanks for bringing back memories. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure I would eat one, but they make a pretty picture.
ReplyDeleteNice veggies your neighbor gave you. Yum!
ReplyDeleteAdmittedly I've never had either.
ReplyDeleteYou never know where a Google search will lead you. There have been times I've done a quick look-up and an hour later I find myself down the rabbit hole.
ReplyDeleteThose eggplants look awesome and eggplant parmesan is a favorite of mine. Especially when it's made right.
We've always called them 'summer squash', they are delicious steamed or sauteed, if not overcooked.
ReplyDeleteThat is a good harvest!
ReplyDelete"Shwooxie" doesn't help me pronounce it! LOL
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