Ingredients for Baked Summer Squash
- 2 medium summer squash
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
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How to Make Baked Summer Squash
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice 2 medium summer squash into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Steam or boil the squash slices until tender (about 8-10 minutes). Drain well.
- Mash the cooked squash using a potato masher or fork until mostly smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed squash, 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) melted butter, 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion, 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Pour the squash mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup breadcrumbs with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the squash in the casserole dish.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
27 g
Sugar
26g
Fat
52g
Carbs
7g
