Definition of "pattypan" [pat•ty•pan]

• A pan used for baking patties (noun)
• A small variety of squash with a scalloped rim and creamy white flesh (noun)

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• "Look for the nutty, more firm, squash varieties such as pattypan, Zephyr or my favorite, Magda."
• "Place pattypan squash, zucchini, pea pods, and 3-inch green onion portions in a plastic bag set in a shallow dish."
• "Looking at my pattypan squash plant take off or seeing the moss rose pop out a new color...ahhhh."