Savory Stuffed Patty Pan Squash

Savory Stuffed Patty Pan Squash

Covington Farmer’s Market Recipe From Robby Green’s Gardenarium

Savory and spicy stuffing adds flavor to the squash, from simple ingredients that can be found at the Covington Farmer’s Market (or Robby Green’s Gardenarium!).   Makes 2 -4 servings.

pattypan-squash-trans1 Large Patty Pan (UFO) Squash
1 Small onion
3 Cloves of Garlic
1 Small Creole Tomato
1 Small Bell Pepper
3 Green Onions
1/2 Cup Favorite Cheese (Optional)
2 Links Favorite Sausage (Optional)
1 Cup Prepared Bulgher Wheat
Fresh Herbs (Basil, Rosemary, Parsley)
Salt to Taste
Pepper
Cayenne (Optional)
Tumeric (Optional)

Prepare bulgher wheat by bringing one cup of water to boil, removing from heat, and adding one cup of bulgur wheat to hot water.  Allow to sit for one hour until water is absorbed, set aside.  Core Patty Pan (UFO) Squash and keep any usable parts for stuffing.  Chop vegetables to desired degree and cook with your choice of oil or butter, etc., cooking garlic and onion first, then adding the rest of the vegetables.  Chop sausage and add to mixture.  Add spices and herbs, bulgur wheat.  Once mixture is heated through, stuff squash with mixture and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.  Top with cheese and bake additional 15 mins.  Find more Farmer’s Market Recipes at covingtonweekly.com!