Ingredients

  • 3 large patty pan squash
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 shallots
  • 2-3 cloves garlic
  • 1 small fennel, body and bare stalks
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth, divided
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • oil for the pan
  • 6 tablespoons tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons grated cheese

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350F
  • Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add squash and boil for 5 minutes. Remove from water and rinse to cool.
  • Slice off top 1/2" of squashes. Scoop out seeds, and chop any flesh into small pieces and add it to the pan with the sauteed vegetables. Add 1/4 cup broth and saute until it has been absorbed. Sprinkle with a little sugar and the curry powder. Cook 1-2 minutes longer to mellow the curry.
  • Add the rice and the rest of the broth. Cook until rice is heated.
  • Oil the inside of a deep sided pan and place the squash in it. Spoon rice mixture into hollow. Top with a little tomato sauce and sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until squash is cooked through.