squash "thingy"

Morganton, NC
Updated on Jun 17, 2012

Don't be deceived !! This dish is full of goodies beside just squash. Bell peppers, onions, squash, garlic, smoked sausage, yum!! You will love this if you like any of the above. Change the amount of rice cooked according to how many servings you need. Also, egg noodles can be used in the place of rice.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 40 Min
method ---
yield 8-10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
  • 4-6 - zucchini and yellow squash (mixed)
  • 1 - onion
  • 1 - green bell pepper, 2" strips
  • 1 - red bell pepper, 2" strips
  • 2 cans tomatoes, stewed italian-style
  • 3/4 cup medium or mild salsa
  • 5 - links smoked sausage, 1-2"slices
  • 3 tablespoons parsley flakes
  • 1 teaspoon sage or poultry seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon beef or chicken boullion power (or 1 cube dissolved in hot water)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder or 2 cloves, minced

How To Make squash "thingy"

  • Squash
    Step 1
    Cook rice according to package directions and keep warm. Do not add rice to other ingredients.
  • Squash
    Step 2
    In a large dutch oven or sauce pan, saute onions, bell peppers and squash for about 3 minutes in oil. Add tomatoes and salsa and set heat on simmer.
  • Squash
    Step 3
    Add the rest of ingredients and let simmer (boil gently) for about 30 minutes or until bell peppers are tender. Don't over cook.
  • Squash
    Step 4
    To serve, put 1/2 cup rice in plate and spoon squash/smoked sausage mixture over it.

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