Southern Baked Yellow Squash
Description
This baked yellow squash casserole is topped with a buttery bread crumb topping for a delicious savory addition to any summer meal.
Ingredients
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3 pounds yellow summer squash, cut into 1-inch cubes
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3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
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1/2 cup chopped onion
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup butter, melted
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1 tablespoon white sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1
Gather all ingredients.
2
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
3
Place squash into a large saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Boil until soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
4
Drain squash well, transfer to a large mixing bowl, and mash until slightly chunky.
5
Stir in 1/2 cup bread crumbs, onion, eggs, 1/4 cup melted butter, sugar, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined.
6
Spread mixture into the prepared baking dish. Drizzle remaining 1/4 cup melted butter over top, then sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup bread crumbs.
7
Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and golden brown on top, about 1 hour.