Saturday, 19 October 2013

Diddly squash

One of the things that I love about my veg box is enjoying the seasonal veg. Autumn is particularly interesting and a few weeks ago my veg box contained these little fellows:


The coin is a British 10p which is only a few centimetres across. These were seriously diddly squash. There was no way I was going to peel them! For a while they sat on my shelf looking decorative but eventually I decided to roast them whole and stuff them with bolognese.

I followed the instructions from my very helpful veg box people. I decapitated them and scooped out the innards with a melon-baller. Not as gruesome as it sounds! Then I brushed the inside with some olive oil and shoved them in a hot oven. These only took 15 minutes to cook. Then I filled them with some bolognese I'd had on the go in the slow cooker all day, topped with grated cheese and voila!

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  1. Unknown20 October 2013 at 08:39

    Hi Lesley what a lovely meal and so colourful. I think they must have been quite delicious - I am sorry I don't have the veg boxes myself but after talking to my lovely husband we decided against it as it probably wouldn't be worth the expense - I am usually on some diet or other and he doesn't always fancy much to eat when he is poorly. But, it doesn't stop me from wishing I could have the lovely boxes delivered each week and planning some delicious treats as you always do. Love reading your blog Lesley as I always find something interesting and useful. You have a great weekend, hope you are due a rest soon as I know that you are always busy. Big hugs to you
    Dorothy
    :-)xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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    1. Lesley21 October 2013 at 20:59

      Hi Dorothy! You do have to eat a fair amount of veg to make a box worth it. I am so sorry your husband is poorly. Love Lesley x

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  2. Wannabe Sybil20 October 2013 at 15:44

    That is inspirational! WS xxx

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    1. Lesley21 October 2013 at 21:02

      Thanks! The main idea came from my veg box people. I did think about using stuffing from a packet, but thought that might be a bit salty. L x

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  3. Gracie Saylor21 October 2013 at 03:33

    Mmmmm the recipe sounds delicious and looks picture-perfect for the season, Lesley. I haven't purchased any pumpkin yet, but pumpkin patches abound around me so I hope to get one soon.
    Thanks for posting!
    Gracie xx

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    1. Lesley21 October 2013 at 21:03

      Thanks Gracie! I love the colours in your latest post. I am sure that there are some amazing pumpkins growing where you are! Lesley x

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  4. Unknown21 October 2013 at 17:28

    What a mouthwatering picture! You make it sound so easy!

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    1. Lesley21 October 2013 at 21:03

      Believe me, if it wasn't easy I wouldn't do it!

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