Yellow squash is another from garden to grill in less than an hour treat. Yellow squash varieties vary in size, shape, and texture. Bumpy varieties are generally not the best for the grill. Smooth skinned squash, picked while still small, often cook the best on the grill. It is not necessary to remove the skin from garden fresh produce. Though, if store bought, removing the skin will help remove pesticides and chemicals from storage and transportation. Wash, dice, and prepare with a slightly salty butter mixture for excellent texture. Like other vegetables, they take longer to cook than meat on the grill.
Pre Cook Preparation:
A. Timer set for preparation time set for 10 minutes before you plan to put the food on the grill
Meal Adaptations:
Physical Accommodations:
Frozen or canned vegetables can be used
Long oven mitts and oven rack puller
Sit on a stool while stirring
Visual Accommodations:
Colored chopping boards
Potential Food Allergy or Intolerance:
Bacon bits
Butter (lactose)
Pepper
Squash
Spices
Meatless Preparation Avoid:
Bacon bits
Butter
Substitute with: ________________
Utensils:
Chopping board
Fork
Knife
Pot holders
Spoon
Pan:
Grill safe aluminum pan, or
** Grill packet
** To make the packet, tear off a large piece of foil, place the vegetable on one half, and add a dash of salt and butter. Fold the foil in half. Crimp the side by folding them over two to three times. Do the same with the top. Add holes with a toothpick, or a fork, to let heat in and liquid escape. Potato slices, onions, baked beans, corn, and squash can be cooked this way.
Ingredients:
Meat:
Optional:
1/4 cup of bacon bits
Vegetables:
15 ounces of yellow squash
Other ingredients:
1 tablespoon of butter
Dash of salt
Spices, such as pepper, to taste
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Preparation:
1. Wash and slice or dice 1 to 2 yellow squash.
2. Add to grill safe aluminum pan, or
* grill packet:
1 tablespoon of butter
Dash of salt
Spices, such as pepper, to taste
15 ounces of yellow squash
Optional:
1/4 cup of bacon bits
3. Close packet and place on grill.
Cook Temperature: Grill
Cook Time: About 15 to 20 minutes
Servings: 4 to 5
Storage Solutions: Square containers in individual servings
Counter safe: 30 minutes to an hour to cool enough to place in the fridge or freezer
Fridge safe: 3 to 4 days * Per FDA Storage Chart link in Resources
Freezer safe: 2 to 3 months * Per FDA Storage Chart link in Resources
Reheat Instructions:
Microwave: Time and temp may vary.
1. Place in a microwave safe dish (not plastic).
2. Heat until food is fully hot and reaches a safe temperature.
3. Minimum 2 minutes.
Add your microwave time here: _____________.
Stove Top: Time and Temp may vary.
1. Place food in frying pan.
2. Add enough water to almost cover food.
3. Stir frequently while food heats, until thoroughly warm, about 10 minutes.
Add your stove time here: _____________.
Oven Directions: Time and Temp may vary.
1. Place in oven safe pan.
2. Add a little water.
3. Heat until thoroughly warm, about 10 minutes.
Add your oven time here: _____________.
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