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White Cheddar- and- Squash Casserole

 

A "WOW" side dish...
 

4 Tbs 

 

butter, divided

 

1 medium 

 

onion, chopped

 

3 lbs 

 

yellow squash, sliced

 

2 tsp 

 

salt, divided

 

¾ tsp 

 

pepper

 

2 Tbs 

 

all-purpose flour

 

1½ cups 

 

milk

 

10 ounces 

 

white cheddar cheese, shredded

 

2 Tbs 

 

Italian- seasoned breadcrumbs

 

 

 

chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

 

 

1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease 11x7-inch baking dish.

2

Melt 2 T. butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onion, and sauté 5 minutes or until tender. Add squash, 1½ tsp. salt, and pepper; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes or until squash is tender. Remove from heat; drain well.

3

Melt remaining 2 Tbsp. butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes. Remove from heat; whisk in cheese and remaining ½ tsp. salt. Gently stir together squash and cheese mixture in a large bowl. Pour into prepared dish. Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over top.

4

Bake 20 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Garnish, if desired.

 

 Cooking Tips

To make ahead: Prepare recipe as directed; do not top with breadcrumbs. Cover and chill overnight. Remove from refrigerator; let stand 45 minutes. Uncover and top with breadcrumbs; bake as directed.

 

 Recipe Source

Southern Living

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