Italian-Americans in New Orleans have grown cucuzza in their backyards for decades. The giant summer squash is versatile, and can be used in just about any squash recipe. Reader Charles Pizzo noted: ...

Cucuzza Italian squash can be intimidating because it grows to such lengths, but it is as easy to manage as any summer squash. It has a delightfully mild flavor that goes will in any number of dishes.

Holy cow! A few weeks ago I wrote about my gardening experience with what I referred to as an Italian squash and asked if anyone would be willing to share a recipe and some information about the plant ...