Recipe: Glazed tourné zucchini

Total time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4 to 6

1 pound golden zucchini (about 2 large)

1 pound zucchini (about 2 large)

Salt

1 1/2 teaspoons sugar

4 tablespoons butter, cut into 4 pieces

1. Cut the zucchini into tournés; you should get 6 to 8 per squash. Fill a medium saucepan with water. Add salt and bring to a simmer.

2. Add the zucchini and gently simmer until just tender, not soft, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and set aside.

3. While the zucchini simmers, make the glaze. Heat 2 tablespoons water, the sugar and a pinch of salt over medium heat in a medium sauté pan. When the water is hot, add the butter, one piece at a time, whisking constantly. When all butter is melted and the glaze is smooth, add the tournés. Toss gently to coat, and serve.

Each of 6 servings: 98 calories; 2 grams protein; 7 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams fiber; 8 grams fat; 5 grams saturated fat; 21 mg. cholesterol; 36 mg. sodium.