LOW FAT YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE

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I love squash casserole but you can't eat a lot because it is kind of fattening. This recipe takes the guilt out but leaves the flavor in. Very good for those of you who are trying to cut your fat intake.

Provided by Linda Griffith

Categories     Vegetables

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon dried whole thyme
2 eggs, beaten
vegetable cooking spray
1 cup sliced onion
3 cups sliced yellow squash
1/4 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs, divided or wheat cracker crumbs

Steps:

  • 1. Combine yogurt, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, thyme and eggs in a bowl; set aside. Coat a skillet with cooking spray; place over medium heat until hot. Add onion; saute until tender, drain and set aside. Place 1 cup squash in a 2-quart casserole coated with spray. Top with 1/3 of onion and 1/3 yogurt mixture. Repeat procedure with remaining squash, onion and yogurt mixture. Sprinkle with bread crumbs, cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake until top is browned.

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