Nothing says summer quite like a fresh bowl of zucchini (aka courgette). This summer you will receive samplings from my favorite five varieties.

Magda Hybrid: Light green, smaller squash with a mild nutty flavor. Great on the grill or stir fried.
Largo: slender, stripy and really nutty. No matter how big they get, they still taste sweet & tender.
Patty Pan: Kids love this squash. Especially when they are little and boiled whole.
Sable Beauty: Pretty much the zucchini you are used to eating – but tastes a great deal better!
Yellow Crookneck: Adds great color in stir fry or zucchini bread. Pair with another for best flavor.

Check the summer section of your AFO cookbook for some jazzy preparation ideas. Its great just boiled up with some pasta or rice, but remember, zucchini’s best friend is SAGE! A couple of sprigs are included in your box… they are the fuzzy gray-green leafs.