Festive Yellow Squash and Herb Casserole
A delightful and savory casserole that combines the garden-fresh goodness of yellow squash, carrots, and onions with a crunchy herb-seasoned stuffing topping. This comforting dish is a star at holiday gatherings, thanks to its rich flavor profile and creamy texture, courtesy of sour cream and cream of chicken soup. It's no wonder that this beloved recipe, inspired by Aunt Isabelle's creations, never has leftovers!
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Servings
240
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
raw yellow squash
1 1/2 lbs (washed, rinsed, and chopped coarsely (do not peel))
yellow onion
1 medium (finely chopped)
raw carrots
4 medium (grated)
unsalted butter
1/2 cup (room-temperature)
herb seasoned stuffing mix
16 ounces (none)
sour cream
1 cup (none)
cream of chicken soup
10 3/4 ounces (can)
pimientos
2 ounces (chopped (optional))
salt and pepper
to taste (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Place the chopped squash, finely chopped onion, and grated carrots into a large saucepan. Cover with lightly-salted water.
3
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
4
Drain the cooked vegetables in a colander and then mash them gently using a potato masher until they reach a coarse texture.
5
In a separate small bowl, mix the room-temperature butter with the herb-seasoned stuffing mix until fully combined.
6
Take an 8x12-inch casserole dish and line the bottom with 1/2 cup of the uncooked buttered stuffing mixture.
7
In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining buttered stuffing, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, the optional pimientos, and the mashed vegetable mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8
Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
9
Spread the vegetable mixture over the layer of stuffing in the casserole dish.
10
Top the casserole with the remaining buttered stuffing mixture, spreading it evenly over the top.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
12
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
12g
Fat
28g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festive Yellow Squash and Herb Casserole?
It is a savory holiday dish combining yellow squash, carrots, and onions with a creamy soup and sour cream base, topped with herb-seasoned stuffing.
What kind of squash should I use?
The recipe calls for 1.5 lbs of raw yellow squash.
Do I need to peel the yellow squash?
No, the squash should be washed, rinsed, and chopped coarsely without peeling.
How should the carrots be prepared?
You should use 4 medium raw carrots and grate them.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long do the vegetables need to simmer?
The squash, onion, and carrots should simmer for about 10-15 minutes until tender.
What type of stuffing mix is used?
The recipe requires 16 ounces of herb-seasoned stuffing mix.
How much butter is needed?
You will need 1/2 cup of room-temperature unsalted butter.
What kind of soup is in this casserole?
The recipe uses one 10.75-ounce can of cream of chicken soup.
Is there sour cream in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 cup of sour cream for a creamy texture.
Can I add pimientos to the dish?
Yes, you can optionally add 2 ounces of chopped pimientos.
What size casserole dish should I use?
An 8x12-inch casserole dish is recommended.
How long does the casserole bake?
Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are approximately 240 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 12g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 28g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does it provide?
Each serving contains 4g of protein.
Is this recipe considered vegetarian?
While tagged as vegetarian, it contains cream of chicken soup, so a cream of mushroom substitute would be needed for a strict vegetarian diet.
Should I mash the vegetables?
Yes, after draining, gently mash the cooked vegetables with a potato masher to a coarse texture.
How is the stuffing prepared?
The stuffing mix is combined with room-temperature butter before being used as layers.
Do I put stuffing on the bottom of the dish?
Yes, line the bottom of the dish with 1/2 cup of the uncooked buttered stuffing mixture.
What is the inspiration for this recipe?
This recipe is inspired by the culinary creations of Aunt Isabelle.
Can I use a yellow onion?
Yes, the recipe specifies one medium yellow onion, finely chopped.
How do I know when the casserole is done?
It is ready when the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
Does this recipe include salt and pepper?
Yes, add salt and pepper to taste when mixing the vegetable and soup mixture.
Should the butter be melted?
The recipe calls for room-temperature butter rather than fully melted butter.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Are there any leftovers usually?
According to the description, this beloved recipe is so popular that there are never leftovers.
Is there any fiber or sugar data?
The specific fiber and sugar content for this recipe is not provided.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
The tags include casserole, holiday dish, comfort food, and vegetable.