MAKEOVER SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE

Makeover Summer Squash Casserole image

With a buttery cracker topping and lots of cheese, this lightened up classic casserole from Lisa Eldridge of Topeka, Kansas makes a guilt-free side dish at any meal. "I got the original recipe from a friend," Lisa notes. "And it is excellent."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 pounds yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 medium onions, sliced
2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
4 large egg whites
2 cups 2% milk
4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 reduced-fat butter-flavored crackers, crushed

Steps:

Place squash in a large saucepan or Dutch oven; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet, saute onions in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Add squash; stir gently to combine. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, eggs, egg whites, milk, cheese, salt and pepper. Pour over squash mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40 minutes. , Melt remaining butter; toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole; bake 5 minutes longer or until crumbs are golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.