Calabacitas

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 zucchini or yellow squash, sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped New Mexico green chilies, roasted, peeled, stems removed
• 1 cup whole kernel corn
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup grated monterey jack cheese

Directions

1. 1

   In a skillet, saute the onion and garlic in the butter until nearly tender, about 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

2. 2

   Add remaining ingredients except cheese and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until squash is tender.

3. 3

   Top with the grated cheese and heat until the cheese is melted.

4. 4

   Serve as a side dish or in flour tortillas smothered in green chili and topped with more grated cheese.