Best Calabacitas Con Leche Squash With Milk Recipes

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CALABACITAS RECIPE



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This calabacitas recipe is a side dish with big flavor, made with sauteed zucchini and squash with roasted peppers, onions, lots of seasonings and cheese.

Provided by Mike Hultquist

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 poblano peppers (you can also use Anaheim peppers, any New Mexican varieties, even bell peppers work for super mild, or others)
1 jalapeno pepper (optional, for a spicier version)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (diced)
2 small zucchinis (cubed)
2 small summer squash (cubed)
1 cup fresh corn kernels (canned or frozen are fine to use)
1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon ancho powder (or use your favorite chili powder blend)
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicier version)
½ teaspoon cumin
Salt to taste
1/4 cup Chopped cilantro
Extra chopped cilantro, crumbly white cheese and red pepper flakes for garnish
1/4 cup Mexican crema or sour cream (or use milk)
½ cup cotija cheese (grated (use 1 cup for cheesier - you can sub in other melty cheeses, like Monterrey jack))

Steps:

  • ROAST THE PEPPERS. Slice the poblano peppers in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides. Remove the stems. Set them onto a baking sheet and bake them at 350 degrees 20-30 minutes, or until the skins char and bubble. You can also broil them about 12-15 minutes to the same effect.
  • Remove from heat and place them into a paper bag or baggie for a few minutes. The heat will steam them and loosen the skins.
  • Peel away the skins and roughly chop the peppers. Set them aside for now.
  • Cook the Onion, Jalapeno and Garlic. Heat the olive oil in a large pan or skillet and add the onions and jalapeno pepper. Cook for 5 minutes to soften.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  • Cook the Zucchini and Squash. Add the zucchini, squash, corn, Mexican oregano, ancho powder, chili flakes, cumin and salt to taste. Sauté until just tender, 3-4 minutes, to your preference.
  • Stir. Stir in the chopped peppers and chopped cilantro. Heat through.
  • Garnish. Garnish with fresh cilantro, crumbly white cheese and red pepper flakes
  • FOR CREAMY-CHEESY VERSION
  • Stir in the Mexican crema and cotija cheese until it melts through along with the chopped peppers and cilantro over low heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 290 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CALABACITAS



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This Calabacitas recipe is a beloved Mexican vegetable dish made from sauteed zucchini and squash, corn, onions, peppers, tomatoes and cheese.

Provided by Isabel Eats

Categories     Side

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, (diced)
1 poblano pepper, (diced)
1 jalapeno pepper, (diced (seeds removed if you don't want it spicy))
1 15-ounce can whole kernel corn, (drained)
2 plum tomatoes, (diced)
1 large zucchini, (sliced into half moons)
1 large yellow squash, (sliced into half moons)
3 cloves garlic, (minced)
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup milk
optional garnishes: crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add onions, poblanos, and jalapenos. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften.
  • Add corn and tomatoes. Cook for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add zucchini, yellow squash, garlic, salt, black pepper, oregano and ground cumin. Stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes, stirring every minute or so.
  • Add water to skillet, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover the skillet, add the shredded cheese and milk, and stir together until the cheese has fully melted.
  • Remove from heat, garnish with chopped cilantro and cotija cheese, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6th of recipe, Calories 149 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 962 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g

CALABACITAS CON LECHE (SQUASH WITH MILK)



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I don't like squash, but I love this side dish! I take this to potlucks and I always gets compliments, and requests for the recipe!

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 yellow squash, sliced
1/4 cup butter
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 cup milk
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Saute squash in butter until tender.
  • Reduce heat and add corn, onions, salt, pepper, and green chilies.
  • Mix well and add milk.
  • Simmer until well blended.
  • Pour into a 1-quart casserole dish.
  • Top with cheese.
  • Cover and bake at 400F for 20 minutes.

SQUASH CALABACITAS



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A light lunch, or serve with cheese and tortillas. Also good as a side dish with your favorite Mexican food.

Provided by HAWAIIAN_MOMMA

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 small zucchini, diced
1 fresh poblano chile pepper, seeded and chopped
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook, stirring until translucent. Add zucchini and poblano pepper, and saute until soft. Stir in corn and beans, and heat through. Season with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 818.2 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

CALABACITAS



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Zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and corn are lightly pan-fried in olive oil and butter and topped with Monterey Jack cheese for a delightful side dish in this recipe.

Provided by A. P. Newman

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ green bell pepper, diced
1 small sweet onion, diced
2 zucchini, quartered lengthwise and then cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅓ cup half and half
1 cup corn kernels
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, bell pepper, onion, and zucchini, and cook until the zucchini begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in the salt, pepper, half and half, and corn. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese over top. Replace the cover on the skillet and allow to sit until the cheese melts, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 18.4 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 172.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

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