The Last of the Costata Romanesco

Costata Romanesco squash is an Italian heirloom vegetable known for its prominent ribs and excellent, mild taste. Our plant has given us a bountiful harvest all during the summer months and into fall and now that winter is almost here, it is still bearing 5 more. Although a bit on the small size, I decided to harvest them and serve them with my one remaining, rotund Tondo di Piacenza squash for a Thanksgiving side dish. After slicing, I stir-fried them in a bit of olive oil, added salt and pepper and sprinkled with freshly grated parmesan cheese. It was a hit with our guests and come next spring, I plan on growing two more Costata Romanesco and one Tondo di Piacenza because of their hardiness, vigor, abundant squash and oh so "delicisioso" taste. If you have other recipes for these remarkable veggies, please share them on this blog. Ciao!