Peggy’s Favorite Summer Squash Bake
Description:
Found in my grandmother’s shoebox of clipped recipes, this delightful summer squash bake holds a cherished place among her collection of vegetable “bakes.” The recipe card, slightly faded with handwritten notes, bears the inscription “Peggy’s favorite!” Though the identity of Peggy remains a mystery, her fondness for this dish is undeniable.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Recipe Category: Vegetable
- Keywords: < 60 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Stick of butter |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/4 tsp | Nutmeg |
| 2 cups | Cheese (grated) |
| 1 cup | Heavy cream |
| 1 | Summer squash (medium-sized) |
| 1 | Salt (to taste) |
| 1 | Black pepper (to taste) |
| 1/2 cup | Cracker crumbs |
| – | Paprika |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 200.8
- Fat: 13.1g
- Saturated Fat: 7.9g
- Cholesterol: 67.5mg
- Sodium: 170.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.5g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 8.2g
Recipe Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the summer squash by cooking it in a small amount of water until tender. Drain the squash and place it in a mixing bowl.
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Add the finely chopped onion, grated cheese, heavy cream, melted butter, beaten egg, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the cooked squash.
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Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
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Transfer the mixture into a greased 1 1/2 quart casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
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Sprinkle the top of the mixture with cracker crumbs, evenly distributing them across the surface.
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Dust the cracker crumbs with a light sprinkling of paprika for added flavor and color.
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Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbling around the edges and the top is golden brown.
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Remove the summer squash bake from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Serve this delicious summer squash bake as a side dish or as a main course accompanied by a fresh salad or crusty bread.
Enjoy!
Indulge in the savory goodness of Peggy’s Favorite Summer Squash Bake, a timeless recipe that celebrates the flavors of summer with every bite. Whether shared with loved ones or savored solo, this dish is sure to become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.
