Stewed Squash

My grandmother makes this dish all the time and my husband loves it! For a vegetarian variation, use 1 teaspoon vegetable oil instead of bacon and follow same directions.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 70 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 slice bacon, cut into strips
• 2 yellow squash, cut into large chunks
• 1 large zucchini, cut into large chunks

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Saute bacon in a medium skillet; when it is half done, add onion and saute until lightly caramelized and bacon is done.

Step 2

Add squash and zucchini and brown lightly on both sides. Season with salt and pepper to taste and pour in water. Reduce heat to low, cover pan and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender.