Best Speedy Microwave Squash Casserole Recipes

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EASY SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Nothing beats a classic squash casserole.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Categories     Casserole

Time P2DT2h

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds yellow squash, sliced
5 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
20 round buttery crackers, crushed (about 3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Cook squash in boiling water to cover in a large skillet 8 to 10 minutes or just until tender. Drain well; gently press between paper towels.
  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in skillet over medium-high heat; add onion, and sauté 5 minutes or until tender. Remove skillet from heat; stir in squash, cheese, and next 4 ingredients. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish.
  • Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Stir together melted butter and crushed crackers; sprinkle evenly over top of casserole.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until set.

EASY SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Slices of tender zucchini and yellow squash meld with a crunchy breadcrumb topping for a dish so satisfying and filling that you can even serve it as an entrée.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small onion (sliced)
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 pounds squash (yellow squash and zucchini)
salt & pepper to taste
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup cheddar cheese
⅓ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Slice squash/zucchini into ¼" slices.
  • Cook onion in butter and oil until tender. Add squash, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook 5-6 minutes or just until tender crisp.
  • Place squash and onions in a greased 2 qt casserole dish.
  • Combine breadcrumbs, cheeses, and melted butter in a small dish. Sprinkle over squash.
  • Bake 35-40 minutes or until squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 179 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MICROWAVE SQUASH



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 19m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 acorn squash, about 1 1/2 pounds

Steps:

  • To cook squash in the microwave, cut squash in 1/2, scoop out the seeds as if you were cleaning cantaloupe only it will be a little harder. Lay cut side down on a piece of microwave safe plastic wrap placed directly on microwave bottom or plate. Cook on high in 5 minute intervals until completely softened and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes for 1/2 an acorn squash. Cook times will vary depending upon the size and variety of your squash.

SPEEDY MICROWAVE SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Something I came up with when I didn't have enough time to cook squash casserole the traditional way. Super easy and even better super quick.

Provided by MsSally

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 16m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups summer squash, yellow crookneck and zucchini mixed (3 to 4 medium halved lengthwise and sliced)
1/2 cup carrot, shredded
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can 98% fat-free cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1/2 cup 2% cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup crouton, crushed

Steps:

  • Place squash, onions and carrots in microwavable casserole dish, add about 1/4 cup water, cover with plastic wrap and vent corner. Cook on high 5 minutes.
  • Drain water off, add cream of mushroom and ricotta cheese and spices. Stir together and microwave uncovered 5 minutes Take out and stir in cheddar cheese. Then top with crushed croutons, put back in microwave for 1 minute.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.9, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 2.3, Sodium 94.9, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 4.2

MICROWAVE SQUASH



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This is just simple stuff my dad does and I want to keep track of. Quick and easy recipe for college students or people who don't cook often. When finished you can scoop it out or quarter the halves and serve as is.

Provided by Copper

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 buttercup squash, halved and seeded
¼ cup maple syrup, or to taste
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Place squash cut side-up on a microwave-safe serving dish. Spread butter into the hollows of the squash. Fill halfway with maple syrup. Microwave until fork-tender, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 32.4 mg, Sugar 17.3 g

EASY CREAMY SQUASH CASSEROLE



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This cheese-enhanced squash casserole is quick and easy to prepare and will please all the members of your family. My husband considers himself a squash casserole connoisseur. He loves this one!

Provided by Sylvia Roland

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup butter
4 yellow summer squash, thinly sliced
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 cup sour cream
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed and divided
¼ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 1-quart baking dish.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir squash and onion in hot butter until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and cool vegetables.
  • Whisk sour cream and egg together in a large bowl. Add squash mixture, Cheddar cheese, and 1/2 of the crushed buttery round crackers; stir to combine and pour into prepared baking dish.
  • Stir remaining buttery round crackers and melted butter together in a bowl; spread over the top of squash mixture and gently pat down.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crackers are lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 112.7 mg, Fat 37.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 20.9 g, Sodium 457.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

NANA'S ACORN SQUASH



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This is a recipe even veggie haters will love! People who like sweet potatoes also love it. It's a family favorite of mine.

Provided by LDYBUGG10

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 acorn squash, halved and seeded
salt and pepper to taste
4 tablespoons butter, divided
4 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a microwave safe casserole dish pour enough water to reach 1 1/2 inches in depth. Place the squash halves cut side down in the water, and pierce the skin with a fork a few times. Microwave on high for 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
  • Sprinkle each half with salt and pepper to taste. Place 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in each half.
  • Broil 5 minutes, or until butter is melted. Mix the melted butter and sugar into the flesh, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 61.1 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 177.8 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

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