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Fat Free • Low in Calories • Sodium Free
C U C U Z Z A
Super Long Italian Squash
PLU # 3140
1. What is Cucuzza?
Cucuzza is an Italian Squash. In English it means, "Super Long Squash."
2. How does it grow?
Cucuzza grows on a vine supported by a trellis system.
3. Who grows them and where?
Christopher Marco Cordaro owns and operates the largest Cucuzza Farm in the country, located in Ruston, Louisiana.
4. Where does the seed come from?
The seeds have been passed down from his Italian ancestors for years.
5. How fast do they grow?
The vine can grow 2 feet per day, and the squash can grow 10 inches per day.
6. How do you cook Cucuzza?
Cucuzza can be cooked like any other squash. Three recipes are printed on the label.
7. What is the right size?
A small squash is best for stewing, a medium squash is best for frying, and a large squash is best for stuffing.
8. Does the squash have seeds?
The small and medium squash have small edible seeds. The larger squash may have firm seeds that should be removed before cooking.
9. What color is the inside of the squash?
The squash is pure white on the inside.
10. Do you peel the squash?
Yes, peel the squash with a vegetable peeler.
11. Why is the stem left on the squash?
The stem nourishes the squash for up to one month after picking.
12. Should the squash be chilled?
The squash will stay fresh longer if chilled.
13. How long is the growing season?
We harvest Cucuzza from early June through November.
14. Where are the squash sold?
CMC Wholesale currently ships to produce warehouses across the USA.
15. How does it differ from other squash?
Cucuzza has a slightly sweeter taste and firmer texture.