Charleston Yellow Squash Casserole

 

Ingredients

2 lbs yellow squash, sliced

2 cups chopped onions

2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg ( do not omit this secret ingredient)

4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated ( 1 cup)

4 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese (1 cup) or 4 ounces fat-free cheddar cheese, grated ( 1 cup)

1 cup skim milk

1/2 cup egg substitute (Egg Beaters) or 2 whole eggs

16 saltine crackers or 16 Ritz crackers, crushed

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Mix cheeses together and set aside.

Steam squash and onions for 10 minutes or until tender.

Drain.

Add 1-3/4 cups of cheeses and all other ingredients (except paprika) together.

Pour into a 2-quart casserole dish (9x13x2-inch).

Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

Just before baking, sprinkle top with paprika, and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until slightly browned on top.