patty pan

American  

noun

1. a small pan for baking patties.

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Etymology

Origin of patty pan

First recorded in 1685–95

Example Sentences

Pour the soup into bowls and garnish each with a few slices of shaved patty pan, some of the reserved bacon and a sprinkling of parsley to serve.

From Los Angeles Times

For the main course, Latta simply marinated baby artichokes, split heads of green garlic, patty pan squash and parboiled baby potatoes in garlic and olive oil, and tossed them on the grill.

From New York Times

They also get special perks including access to Rider family recipes like a stuffed patty pan squash filled with sausage, tomatoes and onions, topped with panko and cheese and baked for 45 minutes.

From Washington Times

So, Ms. Day already has her palate primed for the octopus carpaccio appetizer and the zucca filled with patty pan squash.

From New York Times

This was The Humble Feast, a monthly community meal prepared by the Patty Pan Cooperative in Shoreline.

From Seattle Times