How to Make Southwest Squash Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Southwest Squash Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings together the vibrant flavors of the American Southwest with the comforting warmth of a classic casserole. This dish is perfect for those looking to add a little Southwestern flair to their dinner table, and it's a great way to use up any excess summer squash from your garden or local farm stand. With its layers of tender squash, spicy green chiles, and gooey melted cheese, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite....

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds yellow squash, cut in 1/4 inch slices
  • 2 sweet onions, quartered and separated
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
  • 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ¾ cup crushed tortilla chips

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Lightly grease a large casserole dish. Arrange the squash, onions, and red bell pepper in the dish. Place in the microwave, and cook on High 10 minutes, stirring once, until tender.
  • Gently mix the mushrooms, green chile peppers, jalapeno peppers, cheese, and sour cream into the dish. Sprinkle with crushed tortilla chips. Cover dish, and cook in the microwave 10 minutes on Medium-high power, or until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through.
  • Nutrition

    228 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 347mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 53mg
    • Calcium: 274mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 652mg