Fresh yellow squash combined with butter, cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise creates the best squash casserole! A perfect blend of seasonings adds amazing flavor.
½cupfrozen chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery mixture
¼cupfull fat mayonnaise
¼teaspoongarlic powder
½teaspoonsalt (test flavor before baking, add salt if needed)
⅛teaspoonpepper
1cupshredded cheddar cheese
fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350F.
Place the sliced squash into a large pot. Add just enough water to cover squash. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer the squash for 5 minutes. Drain squash in a colander and let it stay in the colander for now.
Melt butter in a small skillet. Add the frozen chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery mixture. Simmer on medium-low heat for 5 minutes or until tender. Turn off heat. Add mayonnaise, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix well.
Add cooked squash and cheese to skillet. Mix well. Taste test for flavor and add salt, if desired.
Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until slightly browned. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra cheese if desired.
Notes
Use a mini food chopper to finely mince the onion and celery. The recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9" x 13" baking dish.