Thai Tofu and Squash Curry

A vegan dish is one that contains no animal products, and this curry is a full-flavoured example of the genre. Squash and red pepper provide brilliant colour and textural contrast to firm tofu in this one-pot dish. We use firm tofu in stews because it holds its shape well when stirred. If you aren't into fiery foods, you can use Thai Kitchen red curry paste (which we find milder than other brands), reduce the amount or use mild Indian curry paste. Serve over rice or noodles.

Squash Risotto

Squash Couscous

Couscous, the final course at a special meal, is served to satisfy guests so that no one leaves hungry. This steamed preparation takes a little longer than the instant method familiar to most Canadians but the plumper al dente texture is well worth the effort.

Lime Squash

Cool and refreshing, this nonalcoholic beverage looks great in a pitcher with ice cubes – and tastes even better.

Spiced Squash Muffins

Chestnut Squash Risotto

This elegant yet earthy risotto serves six as a main course or eight as an appetizer. Add a sprinkle of truffle oil or Parmesan cheese for flair.

Roast Squash Slices

Hypnotizing Squash Dip

Keep Dracula at bay with this mesmerizing garlic-packed dip. Surround it with crispy “bat wings'” (blue corn tortilla chips).

Butternut Squash Cubes

Baked Squash Flowers

This recipe is included in the 4th edition of the Hornby Island Community Cookbook, More Forever Feasting, a fundraising project that has supported the Hornby Island Preschool since 1974. The cookbook catalogues the character and characters of Hornby's extended foodie families. You can order the cookbook by emailing robin_lhw AT yahoo.ca. This recipe is from intrepid gardener Nancy Lyver, and will help you deliciously manage your burgeoning zucchini patch!