How to Make Summer Squash Casserole with Nuts - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing says summer quite like the bountiful harvest of fresh vegetables, and one of the stars of the season is summer squash. This versatile veggie is delicious on its own, but when combined with nuts and baked into a casserole, it becomes a truly unforgettable dish. If you're looking for a way to make the most of your summer squash haul, this Summer Squash Casserole with Nuts is the perfect recipe to try.

With its creamy texture and delicate flavor, summer squash is the perfect base...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound summer squash, sliced
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup pecans, chopped
  • ½ cup bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 8 to 10 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add squash, and cook until tender. Drain well.
  • Place squash in a large mixing bowl. Add butter, reserving 1/2 tablespoon, to the squash and mash well. Mix bell pepper, sugar, onion, egg, mayonnaise, salt and pepper, cheese and nuts to the mixture. Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart casserole dish. Top with bread crumbs. Dot with the reserved butter.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    250 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 46mg
    • Sodium: 198mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 206mg