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Calabacitas (Skillet Squash) Recipe

Yields1 ServingPrep Time5 minsCook Time40 minsTotal Time45 mins

?Calabacitas (skillet squash) is a Mexican dish made with squash, corn, and beans. It is usually served as a side dish or as a main course.

 5 cubed small summer squash
 1 diced large onion
 2 roasted peeled green chiles or about 1 small can diced green chile
 1 tablespoon shortening or oil
 ¾ cup shredded longhorn cheese
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Sauté onion in shortening or oil until soft. Add squash and stir until almost tender. Add chiles; simmer briefly. Sprinkle on cheese and stir until melted.