Tex-Mex Summer Squash Casserole
Recipe from EatingWell

Chiles and cheese turn mild summer squash into a zesty, satisfying casserole. The jalapenos make this dish quite hot; if you prefer a milder version, use a second can of diced green chiles instead.


Tex-Mex Summer Squash Casserole

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Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 pounds
    summer squash, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise (about 10 cups)
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  • 2/3 cup
    finely chopped yellow onion
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  • 1 4-ounce can
    chopped green chiles
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  • 1 4-1/2-ounce can
    chopped jalapenos, (about 1/2 cup), drained
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    salt, or to taste
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  • 2 1/4 cups
    grated extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, (about 7 ounces), divided
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  • 1/4 cup
    all-purpose flour
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  • 3/4 cup
    mild salsa
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  • scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish
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  • 1/4 cup
    finely chopped red onion, for garnish
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Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2.
Combine squash, onion, chiles, jalapenos, salt and 3/4 cup cheese in a large bowl. Sprinkle with flour; toss to coat. Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish and cover with foil.
3.
Bake the casserole until it is bubbling and the squash is tender, 35 to 45 minutes. Spoon salsa over the casserole and sprinkle with the remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese. Bake, uncovered, until golden and heated through, 20 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle with scallions and red onion.

Tip:
MAKE AHEAD TIP: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat, covered, at 350 degrees F for about 40 minutes. Garnish just before serving.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 101, Total Fat 5 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 217 mg, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, Potassium 265 mg. Daily Values: Vitamin C 30%. Exchanges: Vegetable 1,High-Fat Meat 0.5. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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