In the realm of summer delights, few dishes embody the essence of the season quite like the summer squash casserole. This culinary symphony of fresh, vibrant flavors is a testament to the bounty of the harvest, showcasing the tender sweetness of summer squash, the tangy zest of tomatoes, and the savory depth of cheese. Indulge in a medley of textures, from the velvety softness of the squash to the crispy golden-brown crust, all harmoniously united in a creamy, comforting embrace. This versatile dish effortlessly adapts to diverse culinary preferences, offering variations that cater to vegetarians, cheese enthusiasts, and those seeking a gluten-free delight. Embark on a culinary journey through this delightful collection of summer squash casserole recipes, each promising a unique symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
Yellow squash is easily overlooked (cauliflower gets all the attention), but with the addition of cheese and a buttery cracker topping, you can transform it into a summer casserole perfect for a barbecue or potluck.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put a large colander inside a large bowl.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add a third of the squash to the skillet, arrange in a single layer and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the squash begins to soften and are golden brown spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the colander. Repeat 2 more times using 2 tablespoons of butter for each batch and sprinkling with 1/2 teaspoon salt and few grinds of pepper. Transfer each batch to the colander.
- Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet along with the pepper and onion and cook, stirring occasionally scraping up any brown bits, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Let cool for 5 minutes then fold into the squash. Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish.
- Whisk together the sour cream, eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Fold in the Cheddar, thyme and chives. Pour over the squash making sure that some of the mixture sinks down to the bottom.
- Microwave the remaining tablespoon of butter in a medium bowl until melted. Fold in the crackers and hot sauce. Sprinkle evenly over the squash. Bake until the eggs are cooked through and the crackers are golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
GROUND BEEF SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
My daughter, a home economist, serves the garden-fresh casserole at church functions in summer when squash is at its best. It's a good main dish for lunch or dinner.-Rose Duggins, Massie Louisa, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a skillet, cook beef, squash and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add bread crumbs, salt, pepper and thyme; mix well and set aside. In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter. Stir in the flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Stir in cheese until melted. In a greased 11x7-in. baking dish, layer half of the meat mixture and cheese sauce; repeat layers. Melt the remaining butter and toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over cheese sauce. Bake, uncovered, for 35 minutes or until golden brown.
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CHEESY SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
Onion and cheddar cheese perk up the rich flavor of summer squash in this comforting casserole. A crispy cornflake-crumb topping adds a little crunch. -Katherine Metz, Jacksonville, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine squash, onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until squash is crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain., In a small bowl, whisk the egg, mayonnaise, sugar, pepper and remaining salt until blended. Stir in cheese and squash mixture. Transfer to a greased 2-cup baking dish. Toss the cornflakes and butter; sprinkle over top. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° until golden brown and bubbly, 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 31g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 117mg cholesterol, Sodium 937mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
SUMMER SQUASH SIDE DISH CASSEROLE
My daughter-in-law created this healthy yellow squash recipe and shared it with me. I was delighted since my husband and I were cutting down on fried foods. You can easily double or triple this squash casserole to serve at family dinner. -Sue Joyce, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a saucepan, combine the squash, water, onion and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until squash is tender, 15-20 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool., Stir in the egg, bread crumbs, butter and pepper. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and the cheese is melted, 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 167mg cholesterol, Sodium 1029mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
SUMMER SQUASH MUSHROOM CASSEROLE
This rich, creamy squash and zucchini casserole, with its crunchy topping would make a wonderful dish to take to summer potlucks and picnics, or to pair up with a wide variety of entrees. You'll love the buttery flavor of these "comfort veggies!" -Jennifer Wallace, Canal Winchester, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the summer squash, zucchini, mushrooms and onion in oil until tender; drain., In a large bowl, combine the vegetable mixture, cheese, soup, sour cream and salt. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine cracker crumbs and butter. Sprinkle over vegetable mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 564mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
TEX-MEX SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
Mild-flavored yellow squash gets a big boost from flavor-packed chiles, jalapenos and red onion. This side dish also works with zucchini. -Tommy Lombardo, Euclid, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine squash, 3/4 cup cheese, onion, chiles and jalapenos. Sprinkle with flour and salt; toss to combine., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, covered, until squash is tender, 30-40 minutes., Spoon salsa over top; sprinkle with remaining 1-1/2 cups cheese. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown, 10-15 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes. Top with green and red onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
AUNT FANNIE'S SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
Make and share this Aunt Fannie's Summer Squash Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mr. Bill in TN
Categories Low Protein
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash squash, cut in half lengthwise, then in 1/4-inch slices.
- Combine with chopped onion and cook in water to barely cover until both are tender.
- Drain thoroughly, pressing out excess water with back of spoon.
- Mash squash and onion with potato masher.
- Mix with half the butter, the cracker crumbs, eggs, sugar, to taste, salt and pepper.
- Pour into greased casserole dish.
- Pour remaining butter on top and sprinkle with additional cracker crumbs.
- Bake at 375F for 45-60 minutes, or until top is golden brown and bubbly.
- NOTE: This recipe is from a restaurant in Smyrna, Georgia called Aunt Fannie's Cabin.
- Aunt Fannie was a freed slave of an old Georgia family who remained with the family until her death.
- The menu at the Cabin represented many of the dishes that Aunt Fannie prepared for the family.
MEXICAN SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
This is a hearty vegetable casserole with a Mexican flair and with the addition of leftover/cooked chicken, it can become a great dinner casserole. The heat can easily be varied by changing the amount of green chiles, adding jalapenos, or by adjusting the amount of spice in the salsa.
Provided by Cassy
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 1h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Combine yellow squash, zucchini, 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese, chile peppers, onion, and salt in a large bowl. Sprinkle with flour and toss to coat. Spread mixture into the prepared baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender and casserole is bubbly, 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and discard foil. Spread salsa on top and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Return to the oven and bake, uncovered, until golden and heated through, about 20 minutes more.
- Garnish with green onions just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 790.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
SUMMER SQUASH AND ONION CHEESY CASSEROLE
My Great Great Grandmother used to make this when I was young, and it has always been a favorite of my Atlanta and Alabama relatives! I learned how to make it from my Aunt Edith Russell, while visiting her in Atlanta in the mid-1990s!
Provided by Coleman Bell
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with about 1/2 tablespoon of butter.
- Melt remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat, and cook the summer squash and zucchini until the squash pieces begin to brown, 10 to 15 minutes, stirring often. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and spread into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with about 1/3 of the chopped onions.
- Mix together the white Cheddar cheese and yellow Cheddar cheese in a bowl until thoroughly combined, and sprinkle about 1/2 cup of the cheese mixture over the onions. Drizzle with about 1 tablespoon of the sweetened condensed milk. Repeat sprinkling cheese, onions, and condensed milk twice more, then top with remaining cheese mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is golden brown and the onions are tender, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 97.5 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 562 mg, Sugar 10 g
SUMMER SQUASH CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This rich and saucy casserole features tender pattypans in a comforting chicken and rice combination. Pair it with a salad for a family-friendly supper to feel good about.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package directions. In a large bowl, combine the soup, mayonnaise and milk. Stir in the chicken, squash, onion, pimientos, thyme, garlic powder, pepper and cooked rice. , Spoon into a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until edges are bubbly and center is set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
"Why don't you just cook something that tastes really good?" Julia Reed's mother said that, chiding her daughter, a writer of uncommon style and wit who used to contribute food essays and recipes to The New York Times Magazine. Her mother thought Ms. Reed spent too much time thinking about complicated, over-the-top recipes at the expense of simple, honest American cooking that draws compliments not because it looks amazing, but because it's delicious. Like, for example, this recipe, for what Julia called in a 2002 article, "the best squash casserole on the planet Earth." The ingredients are by no means fancy - summer squash, jalapeño, white bread, Ritz crackers, eggs and Cheddar - but they combine in mysterious and marvelous ways to deliver a perfect accompaniment to grilled chicken or a weekend roast.
Provided by Julia Reed
Categories casseroles, times classics, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 2 1/2-quart baking dish. Cut the squash into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Cook in boiling, salted water until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain. Purée in a food processor.
- Melt 6 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and peppers and cook until just tender. Meanwhile, crumb the toast in a food processor, melt remaining butter and toss together.
- Mix the squash purée, onions, peppers, garlic, cracker crumbs and cheese. Stir in the eggs, cream, sugar and seasonings. Blend well. Pour into the baking dish. Top with bread crumbs and bake until browned, about 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 329, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 471 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 1 gram
SOUTHWESTERN SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
A Southwestern turn on the basic baked squash casserole. Our pattypan squash came in like great guns this season, and I have deemed it the "Forrest Gump" of the squash community, due to its versatility--steamed, broiled, grilled, sauteed, stir-fried, baked, eaten raw ... well, you get the idea.
Provided by Kathie Johnson-Giuliani
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 2h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil over medium heat. Add corn, cover, and return to a boil. Cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain, remove kernels with a sharp knife, and discard cob.
- While corn is cooking, remove stems from squash, cut into chunks, and remove and discard seeds.
- Place corn, squash, mixed vegetables, onion, and jalapeno pepper into a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Add olive oil and seasoning blend, close the bag, and toss until vegetables are well coated.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chorizo in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain on a paper-towel lined plate.
- Meanwhile, arrange a single layer of chips in the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Crush remaining chips until you have 3 1/2 cups; set aside.
- Combine 1 1/2 cups Mexican cheese, mayonnaise, evaporated milk, eggs, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until well combined. Stir in vegetables and toss well. Add 2 cups crushed chips and toss again until well mixed. Stir in cooked chorizo until blended, and pour into the pan on top of the chips.
- Combine remaining 1 1/2 cups of chips with remaining 1 cup Mexican cheese in a small bowl. Sprinkle across top of casserole. Cover with aluminum foil and place pan on a rimmed baking sheet to catch drippings.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake until top is browning and bubbling, about 15 minutes more. Remove from the oven and let sit for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 561.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
SUMMER SQUASH AND SAUSAGE CASSEROLE
We grow lots of squash each summer and enjoy it fixed lots of different ways. This recipe is similar to my Squash Dressing Recipe, only with Turkey Sausage. It is also lower in carbohydrates.
Provided by Virginia (Ginger) Dean
Categories Casseroles
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Cook squash in a small amount of boiling water. Drain squash, then chop with a serrated hand held chopper, or mash with a fork. Meanwhile, brown turkey sausage in a skillet. Mix squash and turkey sausage together.
- 2. Add 2 ounces of cheese, eggs, onion, salt and pepper. Stir together and place in a 2 quart casserole dish.
- 3. Melt butter in small pan and add bread crumbs and remaining 1 oz. cheese. Sprinkle on top of casserole. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Note: If the casserole seems too dry you can add a little of your reserved water from your cooked squash. You can also substitute breakfast sausage for the Italian sausage if you prefer. If you are following Weight Watchers...this recipe is 7 points.
EASY SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
This easy summer squash casserole is made for variations - just choose one of the ingredients in each category to change up the flavor or use up what you have at home!
Provided by Susan Feliciano
Categories Vegetables
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. To blanch squash, drop the cut up squash into rapidly boiling salted water. Boil for 3 minutes after water has returned to a boil. Then quickly drain squash in a colander and immerse in ice water to stop cooking.
- 2. Mix together the blanched squash, onion, garlic, salt and pepper, and dried herbs in a large bowl. Stir in breadcrumbs or cracker crumbs until all are well-coated.
- 3. In another bowl, beat eggs into the cream soup; stir in the grated cheese and then mix the wet ingredients with the squash mixture.
- 4. Turn mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole dish. Top with Parmesan or Romano cheese if desired. Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes until set and nicely browned. Remove from oven before it dries out too much. Allow to cool 5 minutes before slicing.
- 5. OPTIONAL: We have found that adding some browned crumbled meat to this dish makes it a hearty main dish. Italian sausage is our favorite, but we've also used ground beef and breakfast sausage. Experiment and make it your own!
SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
This fresh-tasting side dish is excellent with any meat. It was a popular part of the meal served at the August wedding of our son James and his bride, Margret.-Carole Davis, Keene, New Hampshire
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 26-30 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute squash, carrots and onions in 6 tablespoons butter until tender; remove from the heat. Stir in soup and sour cream. Melt the remaining butter; add to stuffing mix. Gently stir into the squash mixture. , Transfer to two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until stuffing is heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
Make and share this Summer Squash Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by William Hakala
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 casserole, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel and de-seed squash.
- Cut into large cubes and boil until tender.
- Mash thoroughly and add butter, egg, onion, salt, pepper and crackers.
- Place in buttered casserole dish.
- Sprinkle grated cheese on top.
- Bake at 350 degrees until bubbles appear on edge, about 25 minutes.
CRUMB-TOPPED SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
"Whenever I'm invited to a potluck, I'm specifically asked to bring this warm crumb-topped side dish," explains Vicki Wrona from Grand Prairie, Texas. "No one realizes how nutritious it is."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place squash in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; boil, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain well, pressing squash to remove excess liquid. In a bowl, mash squash. Stir in eggs, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, sugar, onion, salt and pepper until blended. , Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes. Toss remaining bread crumbs with butter; sprinkle over the top. Bake 20-30 minutes or until golden.
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SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE WITH NUTS
This is a recipe that my Southern mother-in-law gave to me, her Yankee daughter-in-law! Zucchini or yellow summer squash may be used together, or interchangeably to create this delicious casserole! Use bread crumbs, crushed crackers or cheese for the topping.
Provided by Paula
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h10m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add squash, and cook until tender. Drain well.
- Place squash in a large mixing bowl. Add butter, reserving 1/2 tablespoon, to the squash and mash well. Mix bell pepper, sugar, onion, egg, mayonnaise, salt and pepper, cheese and nuts to the mixture. Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart casserole dish. Top with bread crumbs. Dot with the reserved butter.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 45.5 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 197.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
Provided by Virginia Willis
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Brush an ovenproof casserole dish with oil.
- Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Place the yellow squash and onions in a steamer basket and set over the boiling water; steam until the squash is just tender. Repeat with the zucchini and steam until just tender. (You can also place all of the vegetables in a microwave-safe bowl and zap it until tender, about 4 minutes, depending on the strength of your microwave.) Transfer the vegetables to a large bowl.
- Heat the canola oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and stir until very pale brown. Add the milk and whisk until smooth. Bring to a boil over high heat, then remove from the heat. Add 1 cup of the cheese and stir into the sauce. Taste and adjust for seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the squash and onions; stir to combine. Add the eggs, half of the breadcrumbs and the herbs and stir to combine. Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole. Combine the remaining 1/2 cup breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup cheese and sprinkle on top of the squash mixture.
- Bake until firm and brown on top, 30 minutes. Remove to a rack to cool slightly before serving.
MAKEOVER SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
With a buttery cracker topping and lots of cheese, this lightened up classic casserole from Lisa Eldridge of Topeka, Kansas makes a guilt-free side dish at any meal. "I got the original recipe from a friend," Lisa notes. "And it is excellent."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h15m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place squash in a large saucepan or Dutch oven; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet, saute onions in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Add squash; stir gently to combine. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, eggs, egg whites, milk, cheese, salt and pepper. Pour over squash mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40 minutes. , Melt remaining butter; toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole; bake 5 minutes longer or until crumbs are golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right squash: Look for young, tender summer squash with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid squash that is too large or has blemishes, as it may be tough and bitter.
- Prepare the squash properly: Wash the squash and cut it into 1/2-inch thick slices. If the squash is large, you may need to cut it into quarters or eighths.
- Don't overcook the squash: Summer squash cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become mushy and lose its flavor.
- Use a variety of vegetables: In addition to summer squash, you can also add other vegetables to your casserole, such as zucchini, corn, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
- Season the casserole well: Use a combination of herbs, spices, and salt and pepper to season the casserole. This will help to bring out the flavor of the vegetables.
- Top the casserole with cheese: A layer of cheese on top of the casserole will help to brown it and add a delicious flavor.
- Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and golden brown: The casserole is done baking when it is bubbly around the edges and the top is golden brown.
Conclusion:
Summer squash casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is a great way to use up fresh summer squash and other vegetables. The casserole can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is also a great dish to make ahead of time and reheat later.
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