Recipe: Chili Grilled Squash

CHILI GRILLED SQUASH

3 medium zucchini
3 medium yellow summer squash
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup butter, melted (or olive oil)
1 to 2 tablespoon chili powder, to taste
Dash of ground cayenne pepper
Dash of dried red pepper flakes

Cut the squash diagonally in 1/2-inch thick slices. Season the slices with salt and pepper to taste.

Mix together the butter, chili powder, cayenne and red pepper flakes.

Place the squash slices on a grill over medium coals. Brush with chili mixture and grill 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender. Turn the squash midway through the cooking time and brush again with the chili mixture.

Makes 6 to 8 servings
From: SueA, CA - 08-17-97