Best 2 Mamas Squash Recipes

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MAMA'S SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



Mama's Summer Squash Casserole image

This is a wonderful, cheese-enhanced squash casserole that my husband makes from memory of his mother's recipe.

Provided by Northerngirl

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 yellow summer squash, thinly sliced
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup low-fat sour cream
1 sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed, divided
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 1-quart casserole dish.
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add squash and onion, cover, and steam until squash is tender and easily mashed with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Whisk egg and sour cream together in the prepared casserole dish; add squash, onions, 2/3 the crackers, and 2/3 the Cheddar cheese. Stir with a fork. Cover the squash mixture with remaining Cheddar cheese and crackers.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and crackers are lightly browned, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 86.3 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 438.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

MOM'S SQUASH CASSEROLE



Mom's Squash Casserole image

A delicious way to use squash. Great as a covered dish for parties.

Provided by JTJW2277

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds yellow squash, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups seasoned croutons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add squash and onion and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain and transfer to a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • In a medium bowl combine soup, cheese and eggs. Mix well and pour into dish with squash.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle croutons on top. Return to oven and bake for 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 102.2 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 711 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Tips

  • When choosing a squash, look for one that is firm and has a smooth, unblemished skin.
  • To store squash, place it in a cool, dry place. It will keep for several months.
  • To prepare squash for cooking, wash it thoroughly and cut off the ends.
  • Squash can be cooked in a variety of ways, including baking, roasting, steaming, and boiling.
  • To bake squash, preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place squash on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
  • To roast squash, preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Place squash on a baking sheet and roast for 20-30 minutes, or until tender.
  • To steam squash, place squash in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water. Cover and steam for 10-15 minutes, or until tender.
  • To boil squash, place squash in a pot of boiling water. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until tender.

Conclusion

Squash is a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. The recipes in this article provide a variety of ways to cook squash, so you can enjoy this healthy vegetable all year long.

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