Ingredients

  • 2 lb. squash
  • 1 c. sour cream
  • 2 beaten egg yolks
  • 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 2 stiffly beaten egg whites
  • 1 1/2 c. shredded cheese
  • 4 slices bacon, crisp
  • 1/3 c. dry bread crumbs
  • 1 Tbsp. butter, melted

Method

  • Scrub squash, cut of ends and slice to make 6 cups.
  • Cook, covered, in boiling salted water 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with salt.
  • Mix sour cream, egg yolks and flour.
  • Fold in egg whites. In a 10 x 7 1/2 x 2-inch baking dish, layer half the squash, half the egg mixture and half the cheese; sprinkle bacon on top. Repeat layers of squash, egg and cheese.
  • Combine crumbs and butter; sprinkle atop.
  • Bake, uncovered, in a 350° oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Top with bacon and parsley.