Delicious Savory Summer Squash with Crispy Bacon and Fresh Herbs

Enjoy the flavors of summer with this delicious and easy summer squash recipe. Crispy bacon and fresh herbs add a savory touch to tender summer squash. This dish is perfect as a side dish or a light lunch. It's a great way to use up an abundance of summer squash from your garden or local farmers market. Try this recipe for a tasty and satisfying summer meal!

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon
• 2 medium summer squash, thinly sliced
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside on paper towels to drain. Crumble the bacon into small pieces.
2. In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the sliced onion and cook over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute.
4. Add the sliced summer squash to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
5. Stir in the chopped thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top.
7. Serve the savory summer squash with bacon hot as a side dish or a light lunch option.

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