Squash and Zucchini – Use Your Garden Bounty

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Zucchini and squash are summer garden MVPs, and this collection celebrates them in every form—from sweet to savory, baked to fried. Whether you’re slicing up the Best Fried Zucchini Recipe for a crispy snack or layering up Sage Havarti Butternut Squash Lasagna for a cozy dinner, these recipes make the most of seasonal bounty. Try clever twists like Mac and Cheese Stuffed Oven Fried Zucchini Bites, sweet treats like Zucchini Doughnuts with Cinnamon Maple Glaze, and hearty mains like Garden Veggie and Ravioli Skillet with Pistachio Herb Butter. It’s the tastiest way to use what your garden gave you.

Garden Veggie and Ravioli Skillet with Pistachio Herb Butter

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This Garden Veggie and Ravioli Skillet with Pistachio Herb Butter is the perfect way to use those garden veggies. Healthy and delicious, this skillet dinner is ready in under 30 minutes. The pistacho herb butter is a game changer!
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Vegan Pasta Primavera with Roasted Veggies

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Craving pasta but also want veggies and protein? This Vegan Pasta Primavera is the perfect answer. It’s easy to make and features roasted vegetables, chickpeas, and vegan parmesan cheese.
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Sneaky Zucchini Chocolate Chunk Coconut Bread

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Use up that summer zucchini with this Sneaky Zucchini Chocolate Chunk Coconut Bread! This recipe is quick, easy, and only requires one bowl. It’s the perfect healthy-ish treat for breakfast, brunch, or a snack.
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How to Make Crispy Delicata Squash

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My method for making crispy squash will soon become your go-to obsession, transforming into “baked moons of deliciousness” that you’ll want to add to every salad and eat them as every side dish! Warm and subtly sweet, the moons are tossed in herby olive oil and coated with fresh Parmesan cheese. They are then baked to crispy perfection!

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Squash Parmesan Recipe – Baked Spaghetti Squash Nests

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Baked alongside sweet, ripe tomatoes and Italian-style sausage, this Baked Spaghetti Squash Parmesan Recipe is a simple and flavorful sheet pan favorite. Easy to prepare and bursting with deliciousness, it’s perfect for a hassle-free meal.

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Zucchini Doughnuts with Cinnamon Maple Glaze

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Looking for a unique way to use up that summer zucchini? These Zucchini Doughnuts with Cinnamon Maple Glaze are the perfect solution! These spiced doughnuts are easy to make and will be a guaranteed hit with your family.
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Sage Havarti Butternut Squash Lasagna

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As autumn draws near, my enthusiasm for squash and pumpkin is reaching new heights! This Sage Havarti Butternut Squash Lasagna was inspired by an abundance of fresh sage and my fondness for the squash-sage pairing. This indulgent lasagna is perfect for entertaining, and being vegetarian, it can stand alone or complement various meat dishes.

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Butternut Squash Cake Recipe with Buttermilk Glaze

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Pools of sugary glaze cascade over the peaks and valleys of this Apple and Butternut Squash Cake with Buttermilk Glaze, signaling the arrival of autumn. The rich, glossy topping adds a beautiful finish to this seasonal bake!

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Best Creamy And Easy Squash Casserole

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Easy Squash Casserole is a versatile side dish that pairs perfectly with nearly any main course and is ideal for using up those lingering zucchini and yellow squash from your garden. Plus, it earns extra points for being a fantastic freezer-friendly casserole, ready to enjoy whenever you need it.

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Spiced Zucchini Sweet Potato Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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This spiced zucchini sweet potato cake is gluten-free and packed with flavor. The cake is moist and delicious, and the orange & cinnamon cream cheese frosting adds the perfect touch of sweetness! This unique cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion.
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Mac and Cheese Stuffed Oven Fried Zucchini Bites

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These Mac and Cheese Stuffed Oven Fried Zucchini Bites are a fun and delicious twist on fried zucchini. Tender zucchini rounds are stuffed with creamy mac and cheese, then oven-fried to golden perfection. It’s a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion!
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Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

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These Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a healthy and delicious twist on a family favorite. Ground beef taco meat fills zucchini halves, topped with melted cheese and your favorite taco fixings. It’s a fun and flavorful way to enjoy a lighter, veggie-packed Mexican-inspired meal any time of year.
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Butternut Squash and Brown Butter Ravioli

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This dish was a hit with my family, disappearing quickly from the table! The combination of brown butter, butternut squash, and sage creates a flavor profile that’s simply divine. The rich, nutty notes of the brown butter perfectly complement the sweetness of the squash and the aromatic touch of sage, making each bite ethereal.

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Zucchini Biscuits (Parmesan Herb)

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These tender and flaky drop-style zucchini biscuits are infused with savory flavors like parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, and garlic. These are quick to make, perfect for beginner bakers, and a great way to use up summer zucchini. Enjoy them for breakfast, dinner, or as a savory snack!
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Best Fried Zucchini Recipe

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Savor the crispiness of autumn with this Best Fried Zucchini Recipe! Sliced into golden fries, coated in crunchy panko or breadcrumbs, and fried to perfection, these zucchini bites are a fall favorite. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and paired with marinara sauce, they transform into the ultimate seasonal snack, perfect for enjoying as zucchini makes its seasonal transition.

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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