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Squash Casserole

... from Aunt Sandy's Kitchen

• Serves: 6-8 people
• Prep Time: 30-45 minutes
• Cooking: 20-25 minutes

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Aunt Sandy's squash casserole is incredibly tasty! The cooked squash combined with onion and bell pepper creates a a delightful balance of sweet and savory favors. Crackers or your favorite whole grain or whole wheat breadcrumbs on top add to the favor party going on in this dish. Squash is very nutritious vegetable, rich in vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, and antioxidants.

Ingredients

• 3-4 medium size (3-4 cups) yellow squash, sliced
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• ½ stick butter, melted
• ½ tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp sugar
• ¾ - 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp bell pepper
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 eggs, well beaten
• 1 sleeve of round buttery crackers (32-35), crushed

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.
2. Greased 8 x 8 inch baking dish.
3. Boil sliced squash in ½ cup of water* with ½ cup of onions till squash is soft but not mashy.
4. Drain squash well.
5. Mixture all ingredients thoroughly except crackers and ¼ - ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese.
6. Pour mixture into greased baking dish.
7. Sprinkle crushed crackers and remaining cheese on top.
8. Bake at 350ºF for 20 - 25 minutes.

Enjoy!

*Yellow squash is about 95% water, and is a low-calorie vegetable less than 25 calories per cup.