Let me start out by saying that I absolutely LOVE to cook. Due to my lifestyle, I never get a chance to cook. Well, I finally got some time to cook a home cooked meal. One of the items I decided to make was a squash and zucchini casserole. I must say that it turned out great! It seemed to be even better the next day. If you love squash and zucchini, I suggest you try this casserole :)
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Ingredients:
There aren't many ingredients you will need. Remember, the recipe is easy!
*2 pounds of squash
*2 pounds of zucchini
(You may do all squash or all zucchini..)
*2-3 sweet onions
*1-2 Tablespoons of REAL butter
*3 table spoons of olive oil
*8 ounces (1 cup) of sour cream
*1/4 cup of half and half
*3 large eggs
*4-8 ounces of cheese (preferably Parmesan, cheddar, or a combination)
*1 sleeve of butter crackers (crushed)
*1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme leaves (optional)
*salt and freshly ground black pepper for taste
*2 pounds of squash
*2 pounds of zucchini
(You may do all squash or all zucchini..)
*2-3 sweet onions
*1-2 Tablespoons of REAL butter
*3 table spoons of olive oil
*8 ounces (1 cup) of sour cream
*1/4 cup of half and half
*3 large eggs
*4-8 ounces of cheese (preferably Parmesan, cheddar, or a combination)
*1 sleeve of butter crackers (crushed)
*1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme leaves (optional)
*salt and freshly ground black pepper for taste
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Preparing:
*Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
*Butter a 13x9 baking dish. You may use cooking spray instead.
*Butter a 13x9 baking dish. You may use cooking spray instead.
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| Cut the squash and zucchini into thin slices. Cut the onions into thin to medium rings.  | Saute' the onions in the olive oil and butter for about 5 minutes.  | Add the squash, zucchini, salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook an additional 20-25 minutes.  |
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| Using a draining spoon, place the squash, zucchini, and onions into a buttered 13x9 baking dish. DO NOT DISCARD THE JUICES!  | In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the half and half and eggs together. Add the sour cream and whisk until smooth. Add the left over juices. Finally, add the cheese a little at a time.  | Pour the cheese mixture over the squash, zucchini, and onions. Be sure to manipulate the vegetables so that the cheese mixture is evenly distributed.  |
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*Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese sauce sets.
*Sprinkle the cracker crumbles over the casserole and bake an additional 10 minutes, or until the cracker crumbles are golden brown.
*Sprinkle the cracker crumbles over the casserole and bake an additional 10 minutes, or until the cracker crumbles are golden brown.
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TAH DAHHHHHH!!!!!!!! Your Casserole Is Ready!!!!
If you have any questions or concerns, you may click on the comments link for this post. You may also contact me! Good luck : )
