Smothered Yellow Squash With Basil

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 lbs yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/8 inch thick slices
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped (or put through garlic press)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot, But not smoking, then add half of the squash and saute, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes.
2. Transfer browned squash to a bowl, then heat remaining olive oil and saute remaining squash in the same manner.
3. Return squash from bowl to skillet, add garlic and saute, stirring occasionally, 1 minute.
4. Add water, salt, and pepper and simmer briskly, covered, until squash is tender and most of the liquid has evaporated, 6 to 7 minutes.
5. Stir in basil and serve.

olive oil, yellow squash, garlic, water, salt, pepper, fresh basil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/smothered-yellow-squash-with-basil-97641 (may not work)