Calabacitas (Baby Summer Squash)
Category
Side Dish
Servings
4 - 6 servings
Prep Time
0 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Author:
Melissa's Corporate Chefs

Ingredients
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1/4 cup Butter
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1/2 cup Onion, chopped
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1 clove Minced Garlic
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6 cups Baby Summer Squash (use Yellow or Green), cubed
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1 Organic Red Bell Pepper, cored, seeded and diced
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1/2 cup Anaheim Pepper, roasted, cored, seeded, peeled, and diced
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1 cup Corn Kernels
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1 teaspoon Pico de Gallo Seasoning
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Fresh Ground Black Pepper to taste
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1 cup Queso Fresco or Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
Directions
Melt the butter over medium heat in a large skillet.
Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 2 minutes.
Add the squash and bell pepper and cook another 2 minutes.
Stir in the peppers, corn and seasonings.
Cover, lower the heat, and simmer until the squash is tender, about 3 - 5 minutes.
Uncover, sprinkle with cheese and stir until cheese is melted. Should be served immediately.