Ingredients

  • 2 lb. yellow squash, sliced
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 3/4 c. water
  • 3/4 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 c. chopped pecans
  • 1/2 c. mayonnaise
  • 1/4 c. Tbsp. finely chopped bell pepper
  • 1 egg, slightly beaten
  • 2 tsp. sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2 c. Ritz cracker crumbs
  • 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted

Method

  • Combine squash, onion and water in saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 to 10 minutes or until squash is tender. Drain and mash. Combine squash, cheese, pecans, mayonnaise, pepper, egg, sugar and salt, stirring well. Spoon into lightly greased 2-quart casserole. Combine cracker crumbs and butter, stirring well. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake at 350° for 40 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Yield: 6 to 8 servings.