how to cook summer squash in the oven
To Boil Summer Squash: 1  Slice the squash into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices. 2  In a saucepan, bring lightly salted water to boiling. 3  Add the sliced squash to the boiling water. 4  Cover and cook for 3 to 6 minutes or until the squash is just tender. 5  Drain well. Slice the squash into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices. 2  In a saucepan, bring lightly salted water to boiling. 3  Add the sliced squash to the boiling water. 4  Cover and cook for 3 to 6 minutes or until the squash is just tender.