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Description/Taste
Yellow Straightneck squash has thin glossy skin which can vary from a light butter yellow to a bright lemon yellow. Yellow Straightneck squash closely resembles the yellow crookneck squash with a tapering cylinder shape, but unlike the crookneck does not have a curved neck. The skin may be pebbled with bumps or smooth, encasing a paler yellow or white flesh. For best flavor and texture the squash should be harvested when five to six inches in length or less. It offers a classic summer squash flavor; mild with nuances of black pepper and nuts and a slightly buttery flavor when cooked.
Seasons/Availability
Yellow Straightneck squash is available year-round with a peak season in the summer months.
Current Facts
Yellow Straightneck squash is a summer variety of squash and botanically a part of Cucurbita Pepo. Also known as early prolific Straightneck or simply yellow summer squash it is predominately grown and utilized in North America. Similar to the yellow crookneck, it can be harvested when immature at its baby squash stage or left to mature on the vine to a full sized summer squash. Compared to the crookneck squash, the Yellow Straightneck and the green zucchini are more successful in the commercial marketplace as a result of their ease to pack and ship without risk of neck breakage.
Nutritional Value
Yellow Straightneck squash contains carotenoids which gives the squash its signature yellow hue and acts as antioxidants in the human body. Additionally, they contain lutein, which has been shown to aid in healthy eyes and can help prevent buildup of plaque in arteries. The Yellow Crookneck squash is also a source of alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, folate, fiber and bio-available copper.
Applications
The Yellow Straightneck is a classic summer squash and can be used both raw and cooked in recipes that call for zucchini or summer squash. When sliced thin it can be layered into lasagna, enchiladas and ratatouille or utilized raw in salads and carpaccio. Grate and add to coleslaw, quick breads and pancakes. Sliced into rounds or lengthwise it can be steamed, grilled, roasted, sautƩed or breaded and deep fried. Larger squashes are perfect for halving, hollowing slightly and stuffing with meats, cheeses and starches. Cooked squash can also be pureed to make sauces and soups. Its flavor pairs well with summer vegetables such as tomato, eggplant, corn, shelling beans, peppers, toasted nuts, fresh herbs such as oregano, parsley and basil, roasted chicken, shellfish and cheeses such as ricotta, parmesan and feta. To store, keep Yellow Straightneck squash refrigerated and use within five to seven days.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In the United States the Yellow Straightneck squash was selected as a 1938 All American Selections winner. A non-profit organization, All American Selections, has reviewed seed grown vegetables and flowers since 1932 in an effort to introduce new and easy to grow, high quality items to the commercial marketplace.
Geography/History
Yellow Straightneck squash is believed to have come about as an offspring of the yellow crookneck squash. Studies on squash DNA done by Vegetable Crop Research Scientist Dr. Harry Paris indicate that the Straightneck squash was a result of an out-crossing of a cultivator of the crookneck group with a cultivator of the acorn group. The Yellow Straightneck was first introduced in 1938 by Ferry Morse, the oldest seed company in the United States. Prior to the development of the zucchini the Yellow straightneck and crookneck were the two most popular types of summer squash grown in North America. Like many summer squashes the Yellow Straightneck is easy to grow and will be a prolific fruiter provided it is given ample sun exposure and grown in well-drained soil.
Featured Restaurants
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Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 619-808-4087 |
Hilton Garden Inn | San Diego CA | 858-720-9500 |
Harumama | San Diego CA | 619-269-7122 |
Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
Belching Beaver Brewery Tavern and Grill | Vista CA | 760-509-4424 |
Waters Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 x4 |
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Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-670-5807 |
Mimmos Italian Village | San Diego CA | 619-239-3710 |
Town & Country Cold Prep | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
Pier Cafe 2021 | San Diego CA | 619-232-7277 |
Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
Olive Tree Marketplace | San Diego CA | 619-224-0443 |
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
Crust Pizzeria Carlsbad 2019 | Carlsbad CA | 760-944-1111 |
Cowgirl Q | San Diego CA | 858-586-1717 |
La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
St. Paul's Senior Services | San Diego CA | 619-806-2076 |
Pitchers | San Diego CA | 858-472-1251 |
KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-586-8289 |
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Casino Inn Bar & Grill | Alpine CA | 619-445-9581 |
AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
Home & Away - Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
Pacific Coast Spirits | Oceanside CA | 925-381-5392 |
Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
Casero Taqueria | Carlsbad CA | 760-533-4997 |
Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-684-0044 |
Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
Gyrogrill | San Diego CA | 857-719-2109 |
Local Greens | Solana Beach CA | 858-504-0332 |
Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
Bella Vista Social Club & Cafe | La Jolla CA | 858-534-9624 |
Himitsu | La Jolla CA | 858-345-0220 |
Jo's Mission Hills Diner | San Diego CA | 619-417-3801 |
Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
Villa Capri Poway | Poway CA | 858-391-9400 |
Quality Coast Inc | San Diego CA | 619-734-1114 |
The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo | San Diego CA | 858-451-9100 |
Alexander's on 30th | San Diego CA | 619-281-2539 |
Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
The Mission : North Park | San Diego CA | 619-379-2233 |
Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
Portside Pier (Brigantine) | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
Harumama Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 858-999-4073 |
Edgewater Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-7581 |
Parkhouse Eatery | San Diego CA | 619-295-7275 |
Hapi Fish Restaurant | Encinitas CA | 760-452-7245 |
Caffe Calabria Coffee Roasting Company | San Diego CA | 619-683-7787 |
The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
Pop Pie Co. (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-414-8495 |
Viejas Casino Hotel Kitchen | Alpine CA | 702-401-0455 |
Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-380-9840 |
The Clean & Colorful Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-775-9005 |
San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
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Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 907-738-9264 |
Milton's Delicatessen, Grill & Bakery | Del Mar CA | 858-792-2225 |
Bernini's Bistro | La Jolla CA | 858-454-5013 |
Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
Farmers Bottega | San Diego CA | 619-306-8963 |
Peohes | Coronado CA | 619-437-4474 |
Voltaire Beach House | San Diego CA | 619-574-6878 |
Marriott Courtyard Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-260-8500 |
Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
Fish Market Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-755-2277 |
Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
St. Paul's Plaza | Chula Vista CA | 619-788-8570 |
La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
Blue Ocean La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-999-4073 |
ALCE 101 | Solana Beach CA | 858-342-5495 |
Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
Surf Side Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
The Palate | Chula Vista CA | 619-240-2716 |
Landinis Pizzeria | San Diego CA | 619-238-3502 |
The Butchery | San Diego CA | 858-345-1524 |
Red Tail Catering | San Marcos CA | 858-605-8219 |
The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
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