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Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Yellow Squash in Rosemary Cream



The completion of final exams tells my tired brain that I just finished another term, so I'm now officially halfway through my current nursing program. Honestly, I've never before had such an emotionally draining educational experience. I want to laugh with joy and cry in despair every single day! (and most days, I do... :-)

but it's worth it to have a patient's 11 year old daughter run up to you, hug you, and say "thank you for making my mommy feel better..." Wow. I tried to tell her that all I did was cheer her mom up a bit by chatting and making a game for taking deep breaths, and that I'm only a nursing student and that the doctor and the "real" nurses should get the credit, but the girl's sweet, innocent gratitude persisted... and she made my world a sweeter, kinder place, and, without knowing it, did far more for me than I ever could have repaid...

People are incredible, aren't they?

And lots of luscious sauteed vegetables are wonderful for people...



Yellow Squash and Portabella Mushrooms in Rosemary Cream

1 T olive oil
8 oz portabella mushrooms, sliced
5 smallish-medium sized yellow squash, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp rosemary
1/4 cup light cream or whole milk
1/4 cup low-fat milk
1/8 cup chopped parsley
Salt and lots of pepper to taste

~ In a large skillet over medium high heat, saute the mushrooms in the olive oil until they release their juices.
~ Add the garlic and rosemary, and saute for 1 more minute.
~ Add the squash, stir well for a bit, and then cover the skillet and let the squash steam until it's just crisp-tender and not quite cooked all the way through, stirring occasionally.
~ Pour in the cream and milk, and allow everything to simmer very gently, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened just a bit and the squash has finished cooking.
~ Stir in the parsley, season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve nice and warm.

10 comments:

  1. Congratulations on finishing your exams. I'm sure it's a very emotional business to be helping people with their health. It's nice to get an 11 year old hug and know that you are appreciated. Oh how I would love that squash in cream for dinner. That would be all I would want with a little hunk of chewy bread.

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  2. How very touching... That would make me melt completely.
    Thank you for taking the time to visit my site and your nice comment.
    I had squash on my mind, too--that's what I posted about today. Your dish looks great, I love the mushrooms and the cream. A great combination!

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  3. It sounds like you have chosen a very rewarding career path!!

    This looks fantastic - and I'm still getting yellow squash out of the garden!

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  4. People ARE incredible, and I'm glad you got the appreciation you deserve! Everyone has a part to play :) And this looks oh so tasty!

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  5. Hooray for no more exams!!! Whoo hoo!!!

    People are beyond incredible.

    Oooh, I love the combination of Yellow Squash & Portabella Mushrooms!!

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  6. Congrats on being offically halfway done! I knew you could do it!

    People are indeed incredible, they can change you day on so many levels. While you're still a student (as am I) don't underestimate your power to make people feel better. Sometimes all they need is a person to listen :)

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  7. What a lovely post! Congrats on finishing another term and on having such a positive impact on the lives of others.

    Meanwhile, I'm loving the looks of this recipe. I think I'd like to serve it over some noodles or pasta, top it with some parmesan cheese and call it dinner. Yum!

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  8. Congrats! And, ooh... your squash looks so delicious!

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  9. BAH! Vegans should be stewed with tomatoes until bubbly. GRAZERS!!!!

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