Chayote & Potato Casserole Recipe

Name: Chayote & Potato Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs chayotes, peeled and cut int 1/2 inch cubes (including the seed); 1 1/4 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 4 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup shallot, chopped; 1 medium red pepper, chopped fine; 2 1/2 tablespoons flour; 1 1/4 cups milk; 1/3 cup heavy cream (I omit the cream and increase the milk but the cream is better); salt & pepper; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 3/4 cup parmesan cheese or 3/4 cup gruyere cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1 1/4 lbs chayotes, peeled and cut int 1/2 inch cubes (including the seed)
1 1/4 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup shallot, chopped
1 medium red pepper, chopped fine
2 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 1/4 cups milk
1/3 cup heavy cream (I omit the cream and increase the milk but the cream is better)
salt & pepper
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 cup parmesan cheese or 3/4 cup gruyere cheese, grated

1
Boil the potatoes & chayotes until just tender about 3-4 minutes, drain.
2
Melt 2 tbsp butter in a skillet and stir fry the shallots& peppers until just tender apprx 6 minutes, remove from heat and pour into a dish Melt remaining butter in the same skillet, stir in the flour and when well browned slowly add the milk and cream, whisk over medium heat until the sauce boils and thickens, stir and cook 2 minutes longer Add the shallots& peppers to the sauce, add salt, pepper& nutmeg, stir in 1/4 cup of cheese Spread the potato& chayotes in a shallow baking dish, add sauce& mix gently Smoothe the top and sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese.
3
Cover with foil& bake in 350F until bubbling (apprx 20 minutes), remove foil and allow the cheese to brown- 10 more minutes Serve hot.

446

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 lbs chayotes, peeled and cut int 1/2 inch cubes (including the seed), 1 1/4 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes, 4 tablespoons butter, 1/4 cup shallot, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chayote & Potato Casserole falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chayote & Potato Casserole

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions