What is Patty Pan Squash?
Patty pan squash is a type of summer squash with a distinctive disclike shape. At a glance, patty pan squash looks sort of like a UFO or a child’s top, with a fat center and deeply scalloped edges, and this squash tends to attract some attention in the produce department thanks to its unusual shape. The flavor of patty pan squash is similar to that of other summer squashes such as zucchini, and it can be used in a wide assortment of recipes.