Are you craving a savory and comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy family meal or a special occasion? Look no further than the classic Southern dish, Squash Casserole with Pimento Cheese. This delectable casserole combines the sweetness of tender squash with the tangy and creamy richness of pimento cheese, resulting in a flavor combination that is simply irresistible. With its vibrant orange hue and cheesy topping, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds and become a favorite among your loved ones.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SQUASH CASSEROLE WITH PIMENTO
A delicious side dish with the turkey at Thanksgiving. Very light and spicy. We use Hubbard Squash but any winter squash would work. Easily prepared in advance and baked later. Time does not include cooking and mashing squash.
Provided by TXOLDHAM
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Melt butter in hot milk and pour over the bread crumbs. Mix well and add squash, onion, pimento and seasonings.
- Beat eggs and add to squash mixture.
- Pour into a greased 2-quart casserole and cover with buttered bread crumbs.
- Bake 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.3, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 91.5, Sodium 670.5, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.8, Protein 7.6
SQUASH CASSEROLE
Provided by Claire Robinson
Time 45m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a heated skillet, cook the onions, adding a little water to prevent them from burning. Cook until lightly brown, adding more water, if needed. Add the squash, season with salt and pepper, to taste, and cook until the squash is tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the mayonnaise, 1 cup of the cheese and 1 cup of the crumbled crackers. Pour the mixture into a 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with remaining 1/4 cup of butter crackers. Bake until the casserole is bubbly around edges, about 25 minutes. Remove the casserole from the oven and serve hot.
YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE
Tender squash, gooey cheese and crunchy crackers make this a memorable side dish or a hearty main course. This is a great dish that can be made with low-fat ingredients and is still just as good!
Provided by ROSECART
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place squash and onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour in a small amount of water. Cover, and cook until squash is tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well, and place in a large bowl.
- In a medium bowl, mix together cracker crumbs and cheese. Stir half of the cracker mixture into the cooked squash and onions. In a small bowl, mix together eggs and milk, then add to squash mixture. Stir in 1/4 cup melted butter, and season with salt and pepper. Spread into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cracker mixture, and dot with 2 tablespoons butter.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 463.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
CHEESY SQUASH CASSEROLE
A creamy and cheesy casserole with summer squash, zucchini, spinach, mushrooms and a buttery cracker crumb topping. It is so cheesy and yummy that you almost forget you're eating vegetables... Worked on my kids, anyway! They couldn't get enough.
Provided by Dawn P.
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add zucchini and yellow squash; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 6 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in another large saucepan. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until onion starts to soften, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and saute until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Mix crackers with 1/2 cup melted butter in a medium bowl.
- Combine squash mixture, mushroom mixture, tomatoes, pimento peppers, mayonnaise, green onion, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Layer 1/2 of the squash mixture in a large casserole dish. Cover with 1/2 of the Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Top with 1/2 of the cracker crumbs. Layer remaining squash mixture, cheese, and cracker crumbs on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and cracker crumbs are browned, 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 56.2 mg, Fat 40 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 897.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
SPAGHETTI SQUASH CASSEROLE
I love spaghetti squash and am always looking for new ways to use it. This recipe uses low-fat ingredients but could easily be converted to full-fat if you wish. Other spices or herbs can be added to dress it up; this is just the basic recipe.
Provided by SusieQusie
Categories Cheese
Time 1h30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350º.Coat an 8-inch by 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cut the squash in half lengthwise, scoop out and discard seeds, place cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes. ( Or place cut side down on a microwave safe dish, poke holes in peel & nuke until tender ).
- When squash is tender, scoop out the meat with a fork. (you may only need 1 half to get 3 cups, depending on the size of your squash).
- Mix together the squash strands, bell pepper, onion, water chestnuts, pimiento, cheese, salt and pepper.
- Stir in the egg substitute.
- Combine the sour cream and milk & fold into squash mixture.
- Pour into prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with panko crumbs and paprika and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.6, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 11.7, Sodium 348.2, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 7.3
Tips:
- Select the right squash: Choose acorn squash or butternut squash for a creamy and flavorful casserole.
- Cook the squash properly: Bake or microwave the squash until it is tender but still holds its shape.
- Use a creamy cheese: Pimento cheese is a classic choice, but you can also use other creamy cheeses like cream cheese or sour cream.
- Add some crunch: Top the casserole with a crunchy topping like bread crumbs or crushed crackers.
- Bake until golden brown: Bake the casserole until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Conclusion:
Squash casserole with pimento cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a fall meal. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and crunchy topping, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Serve it as a main course or side dish, and enjoy the taste of autumn in every bite.
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