Tender yellow crookneck or straight-neck squash pan-fried with onion in a cast-iron skillet or stuffed and baked. A summer garden staple in Black Southern yards from June through August.
A garden vegetable that marks summer abundance in Black Southern households. Grandmothers grew it in the backyard alongside tomatoes and peppers. Abundant enough to share with neighbors, it embodies the surplus-and-share ethic of Black American food culture.
High water content and low calorie density support weight management. Potassium content supports blood pressure regulation relevant to hypertension rates in the Black community. Riboflavin supports cellular energy metabolism.
Slice into half-rounds. Pan-fry in a cast iron with diced onion, salt, pepper, and a pat of butter over medium heat until edges caramelize. Alternatively, halve lengthwise, scoop, stuff with a mixture of cornbread crumbs, onion, and cheese, and bake at 375 degrees F until golden.
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