Spicy Squash Casserole

This spicy cheese and ground beef casserole can be used as a side dish or a main course! Any type of squash or ground meat may be used. For winter squash, you may want to pre-cook in the microwave before frying in butter to speed the process.

Step: 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute squash in butter until tender, about 10 minutes. Set aside.

Step: 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and jalapeno, stirring until beef is evenly browned. Drain off grease. In a large bowl, mix together the squash, eggs, and mayonnaise. Stir in the ground beef mixture and Cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish, and sprinkle cracker crumbs evenly over the top.

Step: 3

Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until heated through, and the top is nicely browned.

Per Serving: 487 calories; protein 18.4g; carbohydrates 21.9g; fat 36.4g; cholesterol 111mg; sodium 508.4mg.

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