Gemsquash and Boer Pampoen Seed

Gemsquash and Gem squash recipes


Gem Squash (Skorsies) and flat white ‘Boer Pampoen’ love a sunny spot - the more sun the better, and if they could talk, their first words would be: 'Gimme a drink, I'm thirsty!' Each Gem Squash Seed packet contains 20-25 seeds and the ‘Boer Pampoen’ packages between 12-15 seeds. ORDER NOW and get FREE SHIPPING! FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY!

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Gem Squash and Boer Pampoen Growing Instructions
SEEDS ARE FOR SOWING PURPOSES ONLY – DO NOT USE FOR FOOD, FEED OR PROCESSING

I started growing gem squash at a very young age. A gem squash from our garden got a write-up in the local newspaper in Johannesburg, a proud moment for a 7 year-old gardener.
 

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The Star TONIGHT!
November 1972

Mixed veggies making records

Can anyone beat this giant gem squash which was grown in a Johannesburg garden some years ago? It tipped the scales at 4 kilograms (8.82 pounds) and is being held aloft here by young Eugene Brill.

 

Growing gem squash in California has been a challenge. We grew our first crop in 2002, and it seemed easy - the crop was a success. The squash grew larger in a much shorter time-period that we were accustomed to in South Africa. The next year the entire crop failed. Why? It is difficult to say, we just don't know. One thing is certain, treat all seeds with a fungicide before planting. Gem squash love a sunny spot - the more sun the better, and if they could talk, their first words would be: 'Gimme a drink, I'm thirsty!'

Gem Squash and flat white ‘Boer Pampoen’ seed packets now available! Gem Squash and flat white ‘Boer Pampoen’ love a sunny spot - the more sun the better, and if they could talk, their first words would be: 'Gimme a drink, I'm thirsty!' Each Gem Squash Seed packet contains 20-25 seeds and the ‘Boer Pampoen’ packages between 12-15 seeds. All the seed have been treated with a commercial fungicide by the supplier – Agrisol (Pty) Ltd in South Africa. SEEDS ARE FOR SOWING PURPOSES ONLY – DO NOT USE FOR FOOD, FEED OR PROCESSING Eureka Farms imports the seed to the US under an IMPORT PERMIT FOR PLANTS AND PLANT PRODUCTS issued by the US Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Each shipment is accompanied by a PHYTOSANITARY CERTIFICATE issued by the National Department of Agriculture – Directorate Plant Health and Quality for the Republic of South Africa to ensure healthy and disease-free seed. Due to Agricultural restrictions, we cannot ship seed outside the United States.


 

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 Cooking Gem squash

For those of you that are not familiar with Gem squash, or if you have just forgotten how to cook them, here are some simple recipes from the old country:

The easiest way to cook gem squash is in boiling salted water until just tender – about 15 to 20 minutes. The microwave also works well (cooking times vary), as does a steamer. Cook until the flesh is soft and golden yellow. Add butter and sugar, or salt and pepper. Then, enjoy!
 

TANT HANNA'S STUFFED GEM SQUASH

TANT HANNA'S MARSHMALLOW GEM SQUASH

   

Ingredients

Ingredients

   
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3 gem squash, cut in half and seeds removed

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3 gem squash, halved and seeds removed

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2 tablespoons corn oil

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green peas

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white and pink marshmallows

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2 cloves garlic, crushed

 
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0.5 kg (1 lb) tomatoes, skinned and chopped

 

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1½ cups fresh breadcrumbs

 
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley

 
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1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs

 
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100 grams (4 oz) aubergine (egg plant), chopped

 
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salt and pepper

 
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¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

 
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watercress sprig to garnish

 
   

Method

Method
  1. Cook the gem squash in boiling salted water until just tender – about 15 to 20 minutes.  Drain well and arrange these rings in a large ovenproof dish.
  1. Cook the gem squash in boiling salted water until just tender – about 15 to 20 minutes.  Drain well and arrange these rings in a large ovenproof dish.
  1. Place the oil, onion and garlic in a frying pan and sauté for about 10 minutes until soft.
  1. Spoon a tablespoon of green peas in each half.
  1. Add the tomatoes, breadcrumbs, parsley, mixed herbs, aubergine and seasoning, blend thoroughly and cook for about 5 minutes.
  1. Place 2 white and 2 pink marshmallows on top.
  1. Divide the mixture between the gem squash halves; sprinkle each with a little cheese.  Place under a moderate grill to lightly brown the cheese and heat through.
  1. Place under a moderate grill until the marshmallows start to melt.
  1. Garnish with the watercress.
  1. Serve hot.

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