Southern Summer Squash Casserole with Crunchy Nuts
Ingredients List
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1 pound summer squash, sliced
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¼ cup butter
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¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
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1 tablespoon white sugar
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½ cup chopped onion
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1 egg
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½ cup mayonnaise
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salt and pepper to taste
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½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
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½ cup pecans, chopped
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½ cup bread crumbs
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the squash and cook until tender, then drain thoroughly.
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Place the cooked squash in a large bowl. Add butter (reserving 1/2 tablespoon) and mash it well. Stir in bell pepper, sugar, onion, egg, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, cheese, and nuts. Pour the mixture into a 1-quart casserole dish. Top with breadcrumbs and dot with the reserved butter.
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Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35 to 40 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Nutritional Breakdown (per serving)
| 250 | Calories |
| 22g | Fat |
| 10g | Carbs |
| 5g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 9 | |
| Calories 250 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 22g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 34% |
| Cholesterol 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium 198mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 6% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 5g | 9% |
| Vitamin C 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium 76mg | 6% |
| Iron 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium 206mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5