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Eight Ball Squash
Inventory, lb : 0
This item was last sold on : 08/06/10

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Sage Mountain Farms

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Current Facts
Eight ball squash are a newer hybrid zucchini variety, with a round shape reminiscent of a billiard ball.

Description/Taste
The eight ball squash is similar in color and taste to the longer, Italian zucchini. The squash have a shiny, speckled, green skin, and creamy, white flesh. They are firm and very mild-tasting.

Applications
Eight ball squash may be substituted for zucchini in most recipes. The size and shape of this summer squash variety are ideal for stuffing; slice off the top stem end, scoop out some of the interior and fill with meats, cheeses or nuts and grains. Eight ball quash may also be steamed, baked, roasted or grilled as you would other summer squash. Dice and stir-fry or saute with garlic, onions, fresh herbs and spices. Slice thinly, layer with other sliced summer vegetables and bake. Keep dry and refrigerate until ready to use.


Featured Recipes
Recipes that include Eight Ball Squash. One is easiest, three is harder.

Fat Free Vegan Kitchen		Eight-Ball Zucchini Stuffed with Rice, Basil, and Sun-dried Tomatoes
Batter- Splattered		Fried Zucchini
Tasty Eats At Home		Lamb Stuffed Eight-Ball Squash or Zucchini
La Tartine Gourmande		Stuffed Round Zucchinis with Red Rice and Vegetables
Lana's Cooking		8 Ball Zucchini
Lana's Cooking		8 Ball Zucchini
Red Ramekin		Millet-Stuffed Eight Ball Zucchini