Yellow Squash Casserole
This is an excellent low carb casserole and is a nice twist on yellow squash.
Ingredients
- 4 cups yellow squash, chopped
- 1/2 cup spring onion, sliced
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup ham, chopped, heaping cup
- salt and pepper, as desired
- spring onion, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200 C (400 F). Grease with butter an 8x8 baking dish.
- Place the squash in a pan and add water to almost cover the squash. Bring to a simmer and cook the squash for 5 minutes.
- Drain the water and return the pan with the squash to heat and add the spring onion and ham. Season with salt and pepper as desired, saute for 1-2 minutes. While the squash is sauteing, add the egg and cream to a bowl and lightly mix together with a fork.
- Add the squash to the prepared baking pan and pour the egg mixture over the squash.
- Sprinkle the Cheddar cheese over the squash.
- Place in the oven uncovered and bake for 20 minutes or until browned and bubbly.
- Sprinkle with sliced spring onion, serve, and enjoy.
Notes
Low cost per serving.
Variant: 1. Add chopped cooked chicken or bacon in place of the ham.
Adapted from an internet recipe.