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Grower
This Italian heirloom variety has tender, flute-shaped, grey-green skin with white, raised ridges giving it a distinct appearance. Its flavor is nutty and rich.
Romanesco squash is available during spring and summer.
Romanesco squash are an heirloom variety grown locally.
Heirloom Romanesco squash, a soft-skinned variety, is versatile and can be used in both sweet and savory preparation. Slice and layer with other vegetables and bake into a gratin. Cut into sticks, bread and deep-fry. For pickles, slice thinly into coins and combine with onions, garlic, sugar, fresh dill and vinegar. For simple preparation, slice and roast with olive oil, salt and pepper. Dice zucchini and cook in stri-fry. Halve lengthwise, remove seeds, stuff with meat or cheese and bake. Heirloom Romanesco squash should be used immediately but will keep for up to a week in cold, dry storage.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Romanesco Squash. One
is easiest, three is harder.
| JR Organics |
Description/Taste
This Italian heirloom variety has tender, flute-shaped, grey-green skin with white, raised ridges giving it a distinct appearance. Its flavor is nutty and rich.
Seasons/Availability
Romanesco squash is available during spring and summer.
Current Facts
Romanesco squash are an heirloom variety grown locally.
Applications
Heirloom Romanesco squash, a soft-skinned variety, is versatile and can be used in both sweet and savory preparation. Slice and layer with other vegetables and bake into a gratin. Cut into sticks, bread and deep-fry. For pickles, slice thinly into coins and combine with onions, garlic, sugar, fresh dill and vinegar. For simple preparation, slice and roast with olive oil, salt and pepper. Dice zucchini and cook in stri-fry. Halve lengthwise, remove seeds, stuff with meat or cheese and bake. Heirloom Romanesco squash should be used immediately but will keep for up to a week in cold, dry storage.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Chef Drew Mc Partlin | San Diego CA | 619-990-9201 |
| Marriott Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-3000 x6335 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| San Diego Core Fitness | San Diego CA | 858-386-3145 |
| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| Fabrice Poigin (VIP) | San Diego CA | 619-804-2888 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Fireside by The Patio | San Diego CA | 858-270-9900 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Romanesco Squash. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Endless Simmer |
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Stuffed Heirloom Zucchini |
| Casual Girl Cuisine |
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Savory Zucchini Cakes |
| Figs With Bri |
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Beautiful Broiled Summer Squash |
| The Slow Cook |
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Costata Romanesco Carpaccio |
