Lightened Squash Casserole Recipe

Name: Lightened Squash Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds yellow squash; 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided; 1 cup grated carrots; 1 (10 3/4-oz.) can reduced-fat cream of chicken soup; 1 (8-oz.) container light sour cream; 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives; 1/2 cup crushed cornflakes cereal; 1/2 cup crushed French fried onions; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

3 pounds yellow squash
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 cup grated carrots
1 (10 3/4-oz.) can reduced-fat cream of chicken soup
1 (8-oz.) container light sour cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes cereal
1/2 cup crushed French fried onions
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Cut squash into 1/4-inch-thick slices; place in a Dutch oven. Add onion, 1 tsp. salt, and water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and cook 5 minutes; drain well, and pat squash dry with paper towels.
2
Stir together grated carrots, next 3 ingredients, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl; fold in squash mixture. Spoon into a lightly greased 2-qt. oval baking dish.
3
Stir together cornflakes and next 3 ingredients in a small bowl. Sprinkle over squash mixture.
4
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown, shielding with aluminum foil after 20 to 25 minutes to prevent excessive browning, if necessary. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds yellow squash, 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided, 1 cup grated carrots, and more.

Yes, Lightened Squash Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Lightened Squash Casserole

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