Yellow Squash, also known as Summer Squash, beams with its vibrant, sun-kissed skin and a shapely silhouette that tapers at the end. The smooth, delicate rind encases a flesh that is tender yet firm, with a spongy-soft seeded center. Once cooked, Yellow Squash reveals a buttery, mildly sweet flavor with hints of nuttiness, making it a splendid addition to casseroles, stir-fries, and sautés. This vegetable graces the summer table grilled or roasted, enhancing its natural sweetness, or can be sliced into ribbons for fresh salads. Yellow Squash is not only a colorful addition to a dish but also provides essential nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and manganese, and is a source of dietary fiber ideal for supporting digestive health.
Located on top of Signal Mountain, just across the Georgia border in Tennessee, Farmer Thomas is known around the southeast for his incredible tomato production. In addition to many other beautiful summer crops, Thomas also grows during the spring and fall seasons. During the winter months, he travels the world to glean agricultural wisdom from other growers and cultures.
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