yellow squash casserole
I have tried several recipes using yellow squash and this is the one my friends like best. We have an abundance of yellow squash in the early spring and we love to pair it with fresh string beans... and some stewed new potatoes... and some fresh red, ripe homegrown tomatoes. Spring in the south is a wonderful time to take advantage of the fresh produce!
Blue Ribbon Recipe
Yum! If you like a squash casserole that's full of flavor, this is one of the best we've had. The slightly sweet squash and onions are a nice contrast with the creamy savory filling. Water chestnuts give the dish a slight crunch. Topping with cheese and fried onions add even more flavor to this already wonderful casserole recipe. In the summer, when squash is plentiful and fresh, this will be a great addition to any menu. It's hearty enough to be the main course but can be served as a side dish too.
Ingredients
- 10-12 - fresh yellow squash
- 1 large sweet onion, diced
- 1 can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- 1 can sliced water chestnuts, diced
- 8 ounces sour cream
- - salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can French fried onions
- 4 tablespoons butter
How To Make yellow squash casserole
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Step 1Saute chopped onion in 4 tablespoons of butter in a 10 inch covered skillet. Cook until onions are transparent. -
Step 2Add yellow squash which has been washed, ends removed, and sliced into 1/4 inch slices. Squash simmering will make its own water, so place the squash in on top of the onions and with the fire low, begin steaming the squash slowly in the covered skillet. Stir frequently.
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Step 3When the squash begins to make its own juice, add a light sprinkle of salt and pepper and then the diced water chestnuts.
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Step 4Continue to stew squash until squash is tender and the water is mostly cooked out.
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Step 5When the squash is falling apart, drain well in a colander.
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Step 6Pour into a large mixing bowl. Add the soup and the sour cream.
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Step 7Taste for salt and pepper.
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Step 8Pour squash mixture into a 9X13 baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
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Step 9Cover with foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
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Step 10Remove foil. Top with cheddar cheese.
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Step 11Then top the casserole with a can of French fried onions. Return to oven until onions are lightly browned (about 10 minutes).
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