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Organic Summer Recipes
We know by now that it's essential to have a few daily servings of fresh fruits and veggies - an apple a day keeps the doctor away, right? But you can be even smarter by taking advantage of seasonal organic produce. Organic fruits and veggies harvested during the summer months such as peaches, strawberries, corn and squash are super fresh, pesticide and hormone free, and should be available in abundance at your local grocer. Take advantage of healthy and delicious summer produce by trying one of these easy recipes for your next meal!
Summer Squash Casserole
Ingredients:
6 yellow or pattypan summer squash
1 cup onions, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 stick butter
2 slices white bread
1 medium bowl ice water
1 egg
Salt and pepper
1 cup cracker crumbs, or enough to cover casserole
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
step 1: Peel and cut squash into cubes, then boil for 5 -7 min until tender.
step 2: Brown garlic, onion, and parsley in 2 tbsp of butter (seasoned with salt & pepper)
step 3: Soak bread in ice water, wring and chop finely, then add to garlic and onion mixture, cooking & stirring for 2 -3 min.
step 4: Add drained squash to mixture, cooking/stirring for another 2-3 min then remove form heat, and add a beaten egg to mixture, letting it absorb. (season with salt & pepper if needed)
step 5: Place in casserole dish or baking pan, cover the top with cracker crumbs, dot with remaining butter and bake for 20 - 25 min until crumbs brown.
Recipe courtesy of foodnetwork.com
Photo Credit: timeinc
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