20/06/2025
Have you ever heard of Cucuzza squash? This deliciously healthy vegetable is good in many dishes or can be prepared on its own!
We had an over abundance on the farm and want to give back to the community! Come on down to 260 North Cherry Street and give this one a taste! 1 free per person 😎
Appearance: Pale green, smooth skin with firm white flesh and many seeds. Can grow up to 4 ft long and 10 inches in a day.
Taste: Mild, sweet, and slightly nutty, similar to zucchini.
Preparation: Can be baked, fried, grilled, roasted, stewed, stuffed, or microwaved.
Availability: Found at Italian markets and farmer's markets.
Selection: Choose squash with firm, smooth skin and the stem still attached. Avoid soft spots or bruises.
Cooking: Can be used as a substitute for summer squash in recipes.
Origin: Sicilian and other southern Italian regions. Italian immigrants likely brought the seeds to America.
