MEXICAN SQUASH AND GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE

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A simple combination of yellow squash, ground beef, and Mexican spices. A great way to use up the bounty of summer squash in the garden.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef or 1 lb Italian sausage
1 tablespoon oil
3 medium yellow squash, sliced
1 small onion, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained (OR 1 pint fresh tomato, diced and 1/2 cup water)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
salt and pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until evenly brown. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in the skillet over medium heat. Mix in the squash, onion and garlic and sauté until tender.
  • Add the ground beef and tomatoes (and water if fresh tomatoes are used) into the skillet. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Turn mixture into an ovenproof casserole dish. Top with cheddar cheese. Bake in 400°F oven for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.5, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 71.2, Sodium 186.9, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.9, Protein 20.9

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