Best 2 Mamas Squash Recipes

MAMA'S SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE

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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

Ingredients

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

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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

Ingredients

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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