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Romanesco Squash
Inventory, lb : 34.00
This item was last sold on : 05/24/22
Description/Taste
This Italian heirloom variety has tender, flute-shaped, grey-green skin with white, raised ridges giving it a distinct appearance. Its flavor is nutty and rich.
Seasons/Availability
Romanesco squash is available during spring and summer.
Current Facts
Romanesco squash are an heirloom variety grown locally.
Applications
Heirloom Romanesco squash, a soft-skinned variety, is versatile and can be used in both sweet and savory preparation. Slice and layer with other vegetables and bake into a gratin. Cut into sticks, bread and deep-fry. For pickles, slice thinly into coins and combine with onions, garlic, sugar, fresh dill and vinegar. For simple preparation, slice and roast with olive oil, salt and pepper. Dice zucchini and cook in stri-fry. Halve lengthwise, remove seeds, stuff with meat or cheese and bake. Heirloom Romanesco squash should be used immediately but will keep for up to a week in cold, dry storage.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | 619-954-3063 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Secret Sister | San Diego CA | 619-281-0718 |
| Oscars Brewing Company | Temecula CA | 619-695-2422 |
| Lofty Coffee Co- W. Cedar | San Diego CA | 760-230-6747 ex. 4 |
| Callie | San Diego CA | 619-947-9036 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Romanesco Squash. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Casual Girl Cuisine |
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Savory Zucchini Cakes |
| The Slow Cook |
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Costata Romanesco Carpaccio |
| Endless Simmer |
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Stuffed Heirloom Zucchini |
