HARVEST YELLOW & ZUCCHINI SQUASH & BEEF CASSEROLE
This is a yummy, warming casserole that is meant to be a side dish, but since it has meat in it, can also be served as a main dish. This is the version I came up with after significantly reducing some of the heavier ingredients, that were in the original version I saw on Lucy Classic Cajun & Cuisine, a PBS cooking program. But don't let that scare you - this is not a spicy dish at all. I make this often in the end of summer to use up fresh squash. If you don't have both types of squash, just use 2 of whichever type you do have.
Provided by HeatherFeather
Categories White Rice
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook sliced squashes in a small pot with the water until tender but not mushy; drain and return squash to the pot.
- Add butter and allow it to melt in the pot and sauté all together for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, over medium to medium-low heat.
- Meanwhile, spray a large deep skillet with nonstick spray and cook the beef and onions.
- Drain any fat, then season meat mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the squash to the beef using a slotted spoon, and reduce heat to low.
- Beat together eggs, then whisk in mayo- add this mixture to the skillet.
- Stir in the cheese and the cooked rice.
- Pour into a large oval casserole and sprinkle with enough cracker crumbs to cover.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350 F for about 15-20 minutes.
- Note: The original version of this recipe called for a whopping 1 whole stick of butter!
- I have always used at most the 1/2 stick and as little as 2 tablespoons.
- -it is based on your preferences.
- I also always use real, unsalted butter.
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[email protected]This casserole is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids. My kids loved the zucchini and didn't even realize they were eating vegetables.
Kuldip Patel
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of casseroles, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of beef and vegetables.
GG! Games
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to use up leftover beef. I also like to add some chopped mushrooms or bell peppers to the mix.
Hb Naseeb
[email protected]I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe.
Raushan Kumar Mandal
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the zucchini and squash in this dish.
Rafit Gomo
[email protected]I love the creamy sauce in this casserole. It's so flavorful and pairs perfectly with the beef and vegetables.
Muhammad Umer Taimoor
[email protected]This casserole is a great comfort food. It's perfect for a cold winter night.
Bismika Army
[email protected]I'm always looking for easy and delicious casserole recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a great way to use up leftover beef or ground turkey.
Jonathan Hatten
[email protected]This is a great recipe to use up leftover squash or zucchini. I also like to add some chopped carrots or celery to the mix.
Kumra Janith
[email protected]I made this casserole for a party, and it was a big hit. It's a great dish to serve to a crowd because it's easy to make and everyone loves it.
Jonathan Najera
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu instead of beef in this casserole. It turned out great! The tofu absorbed all of the flavors of the sauce, and it was a delicious and hearty meal.
Collins John
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids. My kids loved the zucchini and didn't even realize they were eating vegetables.
Maheen Anjam
[email protected]I made this casserole in my slow cooker, and it turned out perfectly. I just browned the beef and then added all of the ingredients to the slow cooker. It cooked on low for 8 hours, and it was ready to serve when I got home from work.
Prince Jaiswal
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to use up leftover beef. I also like to add some chopped mushrooms or bell peppers to the mix.
Clement Elisha
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of casseroles, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of beef and vegetables.
Fahad Azeem
[email protected]This is now my go-to casserole recipe. It's easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I love that I can use any kind of squash or zucchini that I have on hand.
Amber Tickle
[email protected]I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again.
Natasha Brophy
[email protected]This casserole was a hit with my family! The zucchini and beef were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish again.